The seated bottom player holds the standing opponent's own lapel, pulled out of his jacket and wrapped around his lead thigh, while the opponent grips his collar, in worm guard.

Freeing the Lapel

Tucking the lapel in first, and unwinding it once it is around your leg.

Switch to Lapel Guard Bottom

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Tuck the lapel away early, or unwind it late to escape.

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