Figure-four (grappling hold)

Figure-four
Figure-four formation in a toe hold
Classification	Joint-lock
Parent style	Wrestling
AKA	Figure-four leglock, nyfigure-four hold

A Figure-four is a grappling joint-lock that resembles the number "4". A keylock or toe hold can be referred to as a figure-four hold, when it involves a figure-four formation with the legs or arms. If the figure-four involves grabbing the wrists with both hands, it is sometimes called a double wrist lock. A figure-four hold done with the legs around the neck and (usually) arm of an opponent is often called a triangle choke, and is a common submission in mixed martial arts and Brazilian jiu jitsu. Prior to this, this form was in Japanese martial arts, where it is known as Sankaku-Jime. The wrestling move figure 4 leg lock was made famous by WWE Hall of Famer Ric "The Nature Boy" Flair.

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External links

• The Double Wrist Lock. Shows extensive use of the figure-four hold.