Closed Guard Pass — Wrist Pin Entry
Used when you struggle to open closed guard. By pinning the wrist and tripod lifting, you neutralize the opponent's base and force the guard open safely before passing.
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- 2Tripod lift by elevating the opponent's hips off the ground.0:18
- 3Walk your pinned hand to your other hand to transfer weight.0:23
- 4Push the opponent's knee while moving to the side.0:33
- 5Wrap the opponent's head and secure the pass.0:46
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