MEMBERS ONLY

The Charity Gala Gauntlet

July 17, 2023
Aspen Ski Lodge
COMPLETED
VS
The Plutocratic Pummeler profile image

The Plutocratic Pummeler

Xerxes Thomas

Palm Beach Pinfall Club
Cognac
The Tenacious Barrister profile image

The Tenacious Barrister

Rupert Ironwood

Independent
Cognac
WINNER

The Art of Members Only

Match Philosophy

Classical Greco-Roman Style - Upper body wrestling only - no leg attacks allowed

Match Flow

Wrestlers engage in pure upper-body grappling with emphasis on throws, lifts, and control positions. Judges reward technical excellence, clean throws that expose the opponent's back, and sustained control.

Club Tradition

Wrestlers wear club monogrammed singlets, match officiated by club's most senior member

VICTORY

The Tenacious Barrister

Victorious by Decision

Round Summary

1
The Plutocratic Pummeler
0
Draws
2
The Tenacious Barrister

Match Highlights

Wellington Kensington-Smith forced Theoden Worthington IV to submit with a devastating hold!

Round Details (3)

Round 1

Xerxes Thomas won

Round 1 opens with the pure artistry of classical Greco-Roman wrestling. Both The Plutocratic Pummeler and The Tenacious Barrister demonstrate the refined upper-body techniques that define Members Only competition. The Plutocratic Pummeler showcases superior strength with 5 masterful throws, while attempting 1 impressive lifting sequences that draw appreciative murmurs from the knowledgeable gallery. The technical precision is evident as The Plutocratic Pummeler earns 5 technique points through clean execution of classical holds and throws. The Plutocratic Pummeler ultimately controls the round through sustained upper-body dominance, earning 3 back exposure points while maintaining the dignified approach expected in this most traditional of country club wrestling formats.

Performance Stats
Takedowns: 1
Strikes landed: 0
Strikes attempted: 0
Submissions: 0
Control time: 118 sec
Crowd reaction: Sophisticated applause for technical mastery
Score
Xerxes Thomas
7
vs
Rupert Ironwood
5

Round 2

Rupert Ironwood won

Round 2 elevates the classical wrestling artistry to new heights. With the match evenly contested, technical superiority becomes paramount. The Tenacious Barrister demonstrates exceptional upper-body control, executing 4 throws with the precision that Members Only demands. The strength component becomes evident as The Tenacious Barrister completes 1 powerful demonstrations of lifting and control that showcase the physical demands of pure Greco-Roman wrestling. Multiple warnings are issued for leg attack violations, with the officiating senior member emphasizing the importance of maintaining classical Greco-Roman discipline throughout the contest. The Plutocratic Pummeler mounts a valiant classical defense, but The Tenacious Barrister's superior technique and conditioning in the upper-body-only format proves decisive. The crowd responds with reverent silence followed by enthusiastic clapping, recognizing the exceptional display of classical wrestling fundamentals.

Performance Stats
Takedowns: 2
Strikes landed: 0
Strikes attempted: 0
Submissions: 0
Control time: 156 sec
Crowd reaction: Reverent silence followed by enthusiastic clapping
Score
Xerxes Thomas
6
vs
Rupert Ironwood
6

Round 3

Rupert Ironwood won

Needing this round to salvage the match, the final round becomes a testament to classical wrestling mastery. The Tenacious Barrister demonstrates why Members Only represents the pinnacle of upper-body wrestling artistry, executing 4 throws with increasing authority. The strength factor becomes paramount as The Tenacious Barrister dominates the clinch work and lifting exchanges, earning 3 back exposure points through superior positioning and power. The Plutocratic Pummeler shows tremendous heart in maintaining classical technique despite fatigue, but The Tenacious Barrister's combination of strength, technique, and endurance in the demanding Greco-Roman format proves insurmountable. The match concludes with both wrestlers having honored the classical traditions that make Members Only the most technically demanding competition in country club wrestling.

Performance Stats
Takedowns: 2
Strikes landed: 0
Strikes attempted: 0
Submissions: 0
Control time: 131 sec
Crowd reaction: Knowledgeable murmurs about Greco-Roman excellence
Score
Xerxes Thomas
5
vs
Rupert Ironwood
7

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Event Information

The Charity Gala Gauntlet

Aspen Ski Lodge

1234 Wealth Ave, Greenwich, CT

July 17, 2023 at 05:00 AM

Host Club

Palm Beach Pinfall Club

888 Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, FL 33480

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