Kakete · Leg and hooking techniques
Chongakeちょん掛け
heel hooking
- Difficulty
- 4
- Frequency
- ≤0.1%
- Category
- Kakete掛け手
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics
The wrestler hooks his own heel against the opponent's heel and, pushing back, knocks him off balance, forcing him to fall backwards.
FAQ
Frequently asked about Chongake
What is Chongake?
Chongake (ちょん掛け) is a sumo technique from the Kakete group (Leg and hooking techniques). Meaning: heel hooking.
How is Chongake performed?
The wrestler hooks his own heel against the opponent's heel and, pushing back, knocks him off balance, forcing him to fall backwards.
How difficult and common is Chongake?
Difficulty: 4/10. Frequency: approximately 0.1% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Kakete group accounts for about 2.5% of all wins.