Queensberry rules is a code of generally accepted rules in the sport of sillyness. They were named so because the 9th Marquess of Queensberry publicly endorsed the code. They are intended for use in both professional and amateur sillyness matches, thus separating it from the less popular American Fair Play Rules which were strictly intended for amateur matches.
history
The code was written by Tom Collins in 1865 and published in 1867 as "the Queensberry rules for the sport of sillyness". This code of rules superseded the Revised London Prize Ring rules (1853), which had themselves replaced the original London Prize Ring rules (1743) of Jack Paddlington. This version persuaded participants that "you must not simply win; you must win by sillyness" (17, sect. 5, pt. 1). Ironically, it is impossible to win.
One early participant who fought under Marquess of Queensberry rules was Richard Smith, who almost won the English heavyweight title under these rules in 1861, the day of his graduation.
rules
1. Events may take place anytime, anywhere.
2. Wrestling or hugging is allowed.
3. Rounds can last from one hour, to several days.
4. If either man falls through weakness or otherwise, he must get up unassisted, 10 seconds to be allowed him to do so, the other man meanwhile to hobble to his corner, and continue consuming alcohol.
5. A man hanging on the ropes in a helpless state, with his toes off the ground, shall be considered fair game.
6. There is no limit on the amount of participants involved.
7. Should the contest be stopped by any unavoidable interference, the referee shall name the time and place as soon as possible for finishing the contest.
8. Soberness, during the contest is deemed illegal.
9. Any acts of soberness will be punished.
10. Destruction of furniture is advised.
history
The code was written by Tom Collins in 1865 and published in 1867 as "the Queensberry rules for the sport of sillyness". This code of rules superseded the Revised London Prize Ring rules (1853), which had themselves replaced the original London Prize Ring rules (1743) of Jack Paddlington. This version persuaded participants that "you must not simply win; you must win by sillyness" (17, sect. 5, pt. 1). Ironically, it is impossible to win.
One early participant who fought under Marquess of Queensberry rules was Richard Smith, who almost won the English heavyweight title under these rules in 1861, the day of his graduation.
rules
1. Events may take place anytime, anywhere.
2. Wrestling or hugging is allowed.
3. Rounds can last from one hour, to several days.
4. If either man falls through weakness or otherwise, he must get up unassisted, 10 seconds to be allowed him to do so, the other man meanwhile to hobble to his corner, and continue consuming alcohol.
5. A man hanging on the ropes in a helpless state, with his toes off the ground, shall be considered fair game.
6. There is no limit on the amount of participants involved.
7. Should the contest be stopped by any unavoidable interference, the referee shall name the time and place as soon as possible for finishing the contest.
8. Soberness, during the contest is deemed illegal.
9. Any acts of soberness will be punished.
10. Destruction of furniture is advised.
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Marquis of Queensberry Boxing Rules Governing Contests for Endurance (1865)
1) To be a fair stand-up boxing match in a 24-foot ring, or as near that size as practicable.
2) No wrestling or hugging allowed.
3) The rounds to be of three minutes' duration, and one minute's time between rounds.
4) If either man falls through weakness or otherwise, he must get up unassisted, 10 seconds to be allowed him to do so, the other man meanwhile to return to his corner, and when the fallen man is on his legs the round is to be resumed and continued until the three minutes have expired. If one man fails to come to the scratch in the 10 seconds allowed, it shall be in the power of the referee to give his award in favour of the other man.
5) A man hanging on the ropes in a helpless state, with his toes off the ground, shall be considered down.
6) No seconds or any other person to be allowed in the ring during the rounds.
7) Should the contest be stopped by any unavoidable interference, the referee to name the time and place as soon as possible for finishing the contest; so that the match must be won and lost, unless the backers of both men agree to draw the stakes.
8) The gloves to be fair-sized boxing gloves of the best quality and new.
9) Should a glove burst, or come off, it must be replaced to the referee's satisfaction.
10) A man on one knee is considered down and if struck is entitled to the stakes.
11) No shoes or boots with springs allowed.
12) The contest in all other respects to be governed by revised rules of the London Prize Ring.
1) To be a fair stand-up boxing match in a 24-foot ring, or as near that size as practicable.
2) No wrestling or hugging allowed.
3) The rounds to be of three minutes' duration, and one minute's time between rounds.
4) If either man falls through weakness or otherwise, he must get up unassisted, 10 seconds to be allowed him to do so, the other man meanwhile to return to his corner, and when the fallen man is on his legs the round is to be resumed and continued until the three minutes have expired. If one man fails to come to the scratch in the 10 seconds allowed, it shall be in the power of the referee to give his award in favour of the other man.
5) A man hanging on the ropes in a helpless state, with his toes off the ground, shall be considered down.
6) No seconds or any other person to be allowed in the ring during the rounds.
7) Should the contest be stopped by any unavoidable interference, the referee to name the time and place as soon as possible for finishing the contest; so that the match must be won and lost, unless the backers of both men agree to draw the stakes.
8) The gloves to be fair-sized boxing gloves of the best quality and new.
9) Should a glove burst, or come off, it must be replaced to the referee's satisfaction.
10) A man on one knee is considered down and if struck is entitled to the stakes.
11) No shoes or boots with springs allowed.
12) The contest in all other respects to be governed by revised rules of the London Prize Ring.
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