Judo Competition Rules
Competition Format
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Match length | 4 min (senior), 3 min (youth) |
| Ippon (full point, instant win) | Clean throw landing opponent on back, 20-sec pin, submission tap, or disqualification |
| Waza-ari (half point) | Near-ippon throw, or 10-sec pin. Two waza-ari = ippon. |
| Penalties (shido) | Passivity, false attacks, leg grabs (currently banned under IJF). Three shido = disqualification. |
| Golden score | If tied at regulation, unlimited overtime. First score wins. |
| Weight classes | 7 weight classes for men and women |