Tripod Sweep
A sweep from half-guard using a far-side sleeve grip to control the opponent's balance, combined with a leg hook to trip them over. It works by creating a push-pull dynamic that breaks their base.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Secure a far-side sleeve grip to anchor yourself and control the opponent's balance.0:13
- 2Angle your body approximately 45 degrees toward the opponent's lead leg.0:50
- 3Fold your gripping arm and push it toward the opponent's stomach.1:16
- 4Simultaneously hook your leg behind the opponent's Achilles and pull their leg forward.1:35
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