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In sport climbing, what is the primary objective of lead climbing?
In sport climbing, what is the primary objective of lead climbing?
- To climb a 4.5-meter wall in the fastest time possible without ropes.
- To reach the highest point on a 15-meter wall within a six-minute time limit. (correct)
- To complete a climbing route with the fewest attempts possible.
- To ascend a wall rapidly and with precision, following a set route.
Why was the decision to combine the scores of all three sport climbing events at the Tokyo Olympics considered unpopular?
Why was the decision to combine the scores of all three sport climbing events at the Tokyo Olympics considered unpopular?
- Because athletes preferred to compete only in their strongest discipline.
- Because it made the overall competition too lengthy and complex for viewers.
- Because speed climbing requires a distinct skill set, different from bouldering and lead climbing. (correct)
- Because it gave an unfair advantage to speed climbing specialists.
How does the scoring system in sport climbing at the Paris 2024 Olympics differ from the Tokyo Olympics?
How does the scoring system in sport climbing at the Paris 2024 Olympics differ from the Tokyo Olympics?
- Paris will only consider the scores from lead climbing, unlike Tokyo.
- Paris will combine bouldering and speed climbing, while Tokyo combined lead and bouldering.
- Paris will combine bouldering and lead climbing, with speed climbing as an independent event; Tokyo combined all three events. (correct)
- Paris will eliminate speed climbing, combining only bouldering and lead climbing scores as one event.
An athlete excels in bouldering and lead climbing but struggles with the specific techniques required for speed climbing. Considering the changes implemented for the Paris 2024 Olympics, what is the MOST strategic approach for this athlete?
An athlete excels in bouldering and lead climbing but struggles with the specific techniques required for speed climbing. Considering the changes implemented for the Paris 2024 Olympics, what is the MOST strategic approach for this athlete?
In a hypothetical scenario, the organizing committee decides to introduce a subjective judging element to bouldering, where a panel scores athletes on 'creative problem-solving' in navigating a boulder problem, in addition to completion. Which of the following is the MOST likely consequence of this change?
In a hypothetical scenario, the organizing committee decides to introduce a subjective judging element to bouldering, where a panel scores athletes on 'creative problem-solving' in navigating a boulder problem, in addition to completion. Which of the following is the MOST likely consequence of this change?
Which of the following sports will make its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics?
Which of the following sports will make its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics?
How will athletes be evaluated in the breaking competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games?
How will athletes be evaluated in the breaking competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games?
Where will the surfing events for the 2024 Paris Olympics be held?
Where will the surfing events for the 2024 Paris Olympics be held?
In the context of the skateboarding park competition, which elements contribute to an athlete's score?
In the context of the skateboarding park competition, which elements contribute to an athlete's score?
Which of the following best describes the judging criteria for surfing at the Olympics?
Which of the following best describes the judging criteria for surfing at the Olympics?
What is a key difference between the 'park' and 'street' skateboarding disciplines at the Olympics?
What is a key difference between the 'park' and 'street' skateboarding disciplines at the Olympics?
The Summer Olympics traditionally featured a set number of sports. How many sports were traditionally included prior to the allowance of host cities adding new sports?
The Summer Olympics traditionally featured a set number of sports. How many sports were traditionally included prior to the allowance of host cities adding new sports?
Considering the emphasis on specific criteria in judging both surfing and skateboarding, what common principle underlies the scoring in these sports at the Olympics?
Considering the emphasis on specific criteria in judging both surfing and skateboarding, what common principle underlies the scoring in these sports at the Olympics?
Flashcards
Skateboarding judging criteria
Skateboarding judging criteria
Judging criteria includes board control, trick variety, and style.
Bouldering
Bouldering
Athletes scale 14.7-foot walls without ropes, aiming to complete climbs quickly with minimal attempts.
Speed climbing
Speed climbing
Competitors climb a wall rapidly and with precision.
Lead climbing
Lead climbing
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Paris 2024 Olympics sport climbing
Paris 2024 Olympics sport climbing
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Paris Olympics Year
Paris Olympics Year
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Breaking
Breaking
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Olympic Surfing Judging
Olympic Surfing Judging
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Park & Street
Park & Street
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Breaking Olympic Debut
Breaking Olympic Debut
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Tahiti
Tahiti
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Park Skateboarding Scoring
Park Skateboarding Scoring
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Street Skateboarding
Street Skateboarding
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Study Notes
- The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will feature four additional sports.
- Host cities have been allowed to add up to six new sports to their Olympic program since 2020.
- The 2024 Summer Olympics will commence in Paris, France, on July 26.
Breaking
- Breaking, also known as breakdancing, will debut at the Paris Games.
- It originated in New York City in the 1970s.
- Breaking is characterized by footwork, rapid movements, spins, and flips.
- The breaking competition will feature events for men and women.
- 16 athletes in each event will be judged on style and flair.
- Dancers must incorporate mandatory moves into their routines.
Surfing
- Surfing debuted at the Tokyo 2020 Games.
- The 2024 surfing events will be hosted by Tahiti.
- The competition will be held over four days between July 27 and August 5, 2024.
- Competitors will be judged on the variety, type, and difficulty of maneuvers and tricks.
- Points are awarded for speed and flow.
Skateboarding
- Skateboarding is returning to the Olympics after its debut in Tokyo.
- Competitors can compete in park and street events.
- Park: Skaters are scored on height, speed, and agility navigating obstacles.
- Each contestant has three 45-second runs, with the best run as the final score.
- Street: Athletes tackle a street course with stairs and handrails.
- Each athlete has two 45-second runs to perform five tricks.
- They are evaluated based on board control, trick variety, and overall style.
Sport Climbing
- Sport Climbing debuted in Tokyo.
- The competition will feature bouldering, speed climbing, and lead climbing.
- Bouldering: Athletes scale 14.7-foot high walls without ropes.
- They race against the clock to complete the climb in the fewest attempts possible.
- Speed climbing: Competitors must climb the wall rapidly and with precision.
- Lead climbing: Athletes have six minutes to reach the highest point on a 49-foot wall without prior knowledge of the route.
- At the Paris Games, only the bouldering and lead climbing scores will be combined.
- Speed climbing will be an independent event with its own medal.
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