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Sports that contain J

7 sports containing the letter J — each with origin, classification, and notes.

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Table of contents 7 entries
Brazilian Jiu-JitsuHigh JumpJavelin ThrowJudo
Long JumpSki JumpingTriple Jump

List of Sports That Contain J

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    Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    A grappling combat sport emphasising ground control, joint locks, and chokes that allow a smaller fighter to defeat a larger one.

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    High Jump

    A vertical Olympic field event in which athletes leap over a horizontal bar set at increasing heights.

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    Javelin Throw

    A throwing Olympic field event in which athletes hurl a long spear-like implement for maximum distance after a running approach.

    4

    Judo

    A Japanese combat sport based on throws and ground grappling in which one decisive technique can win the bout.

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    Long Jump

    A horizontal Olympic field event in which athletes sprint down a runway and leap into a sandpit, judged on distance jumped.

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    Ski Jumping

    A winter Olympic sport in which athletes slide down an inrun, leap from a takeoff, and fly through the air for distance and style.

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    Triple Jump

    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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