What may a referee do if a wrestler requests an injury time-out but believes there is no injury?

When a wrestler requests an injury time-out but the referee believes that there is no actual injury, the referee has the authority to deny the request. Referees are responsible for maintaining the integrity of the match and ensuring that injury time-outs are only granted when there is a legitimate injury that requires attention. If a wrestler is simply using the request as a tactic to gain an advantage or to stall the match, the referee can appropriately deny the request to keep the match moving.

This decision helps prevent misuse of injury time-outs, ensuring they serve their intended purpose, which is to provide a break for genuine injuries while discouraging attempts to manipulate the match dynamics. In this context, the referee acts in accordance with the rules and the spirit of competition.