A typical freestyle wrestling bout, is divided into ______ periods of three minutes each with a 30-second break in between. 

Key Points

• A typical freestyle wrestling bout is divided into 2 periods of three minutes each.
• There is a 30-second break between the two periods.
• The aim of the bout is to pin the opponent or score points through various techniques and maneuvers.
• Freestyle wrestling allows the use of the wrestler's or the opponent's legs in offense and defense, differentiating it from Greco-Roman wrestling.

Additional Information

• Freestyle wrestling is one of the two styles of wrestling contested in the Olympic Games, the other being Greco-Roman wrestling.
• The rules and regulations of freestyle wrestling are governed by the United World Wrestling (UWW).
• Scoring in freestyle wrestling includes points for takedowns, reversals, exposures, and penalties.
• The sport emphasizes both athletic and tactical skills, requiring strength, speed, and strategic planning from the wrestlers.