Lotta tradizionale in Senegal: molto più che uno sport (The Conversation)

Traditional wrestling in Senegal - much more than a sport, it keeps culture alive

Traditional wrestling plays an important role in much of Senegalese society and is one of the country’s national sports.

Traditional wrestling is mostly practised in rural areas where it’s not just a sport, it has a profound social and cultural role. It’s being overshadowed by a very popular, modern professional wrestling. A synthesis of boxing and traditional wrestling, these matches are massive social events.

https://theconversation.com/traditional-wrestling-in-senegal-much-more-than-a-sport-it-keeps-culture-alive-201049