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Competitors face off in the 70th Bavarian Finger Wrestling (Fingerhakeln) Championships in Mittenwald, Germany, 31 August 2025. Finger wrestling, originating in Bavaria and Austria in the 17th century, has a rich history tied to settling disputes, often in pubs or over romantic rivalries. Today, it has evolved into a competitive sport and a popular hobby. In matches, two competitors of similar age and weight sit at a specially designed table and engage in a contest, pulling on a small leather band with a single finger and trying to pull their opponent across a table. (Photo by Anna Szilagyi/EPA)
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