the semi-contact category differed from full-contact in that fights were won on points given to superior skill, speed and technique and physical force was limited - more information on semi-contact can be found on the w.a.k.o. website, although the rules will have changed since 1980. there were seven weight divisions in semi-contact in london, ranging from 57 kg/125.4 lbs to over 84 kg/+184.8 lbs. by the end of the championships, west germany were the most successful nation in semi-contact, winning three gold medals and two bronze.