Mat: 12 m × 12 m square mat with 8-9 m circular wrestling area marked in the center; Protection zone: ≥1.5 m around the wrestling area; Center circle: 1 m diameter at the center of the wrestling area
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the circular wrestling area is just a smaller circle within the larger square mat, which leads them to overlook the crucial 1-meter diameter center circle at its exact center. This oversight causes confusion because it's not just about where you're allowed to wrestle; it also affects positioning for holds and movements around the central circle.