Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A grappling combat sport emphasising ground control, joint locks, and chokes that allow a smaller fighter to defeat a larger one.
7 sports containing the letter J — each with origin, classification, and notes.
Below are sports that contain the letter J anywhere in the name. Each of the 7 sports below opens to a full profile.
| Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | High Jump | Javelin Throw | Judo |
| Long Jump | Ski Jumping | Triple Jump |
A grappling combat sport emphasising ground control, joint locks, and chokes that allow a smaller fighter to defeat a larger one.
A vertical Olympic field event in which athletes leap over a horizontal bar set at increasing heights.
A throwing Olympic field event in which athletes hurl a long spear-like implement for maximum distance after a running approach.
A Japanese combat sport based on throws and ground grappling in which one decisive technique can win the bout.
A horizontal Olympic field event in which athletes sprint down a runway and leap into a sandpit, judged on distance jumped.
A winter Olympic sport in which athletes slide down an inrun, leap from a takeoff, and fly through the air for distance and style.
A horizontal Olympic field event in which athletes perform a hop, step, and jump into a sandpit for maximum total distance.
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