Flower Sweep

Executing the flower sweep to set up a triangle choke when unable to secure an overhook:

1. Begin in closed guard with the goal of achieving an overhook, but if the opponent prevents it, prepare to initiate the flower sweep.
2. Obtain a pocket grip on the opponent's sleeve with your left hand and grab the slack on their knee with your right hand. If there's no slack, perform a crunch to create it.
3. Open your legs and position the leg on the sleeve side to block the opponent's hip, while the other leg goes on top of their back.
4. As you attempt the flower sweep, the opponent will likely post their hand to prevent being swept. Allow them to post while preparing to transition to the triangle choke.
5. Ensure the sleeve grip is in the middle of your stomach, not on your hip, to facilitate the triangle setup.
6. As the opponent posts and starts to come back, punch the grip through and shoot your leg up to lock in the triangle choke.
7. Keep your hand inside to secure the position and prevent the opponent from posturing up. Then, remove your hand and adjust the triangle choke.
8. If the opponent's hand is slightly inside the triangle, it's still possible to finish the submission by locking your legs on top of their hand and squeezing for the tap.
9. Timing is crucial; react appropriately when the opponent responds to the flower sweep to secure the triangle choke.