weight classes

Weight classes are categories used in sports like boxing, wrestling, and martial arts to ensure fair competition by matching competitors of similar size and body mass. Athletes compete within specific ranges (e.g., lightweight, middleweight) so that matches are balanced and safer. These classes help prevent mismatches where a significantly heavier or larger opponent could have an unfair advantage. Participants are weighed before fights to confirm they meet the criteria for their class, maintaining fairness and safety in competition.