Re: t-and-f: field-falsie (was: Proposed changes in IAAF rules

[Dgs1170]

True the definition of set CAN be wide ranging.  If that is he criteria a
starter is using, "when all are at set position," then I have no problem.  
But when the criteria is a count of 3, or discretion of the starter, we have
problems.
There is a difference between the IAAF rule and the USATF rule.  To
summarize, Louise can tell you better, the USATF says after all are set the
starter may fire the gun.  The international rule says "when" the runners are
set.  In the interpretation that is a huge difference.  The USA allows for
the feeling of the starter, the international rule is based on the actions of
the field.
I am fearful of deliberate human error, shaping the race.  Say what you will,
and hold your opinion, but timing the starter, or trying to move as fast as
possible is the name of the game.  We can rehash the old argument, but it is
not changing what has to be done on that track, by those 8 sprinters.  When
we start talking about the 9th element, something is wrong.  It is about
those 8 men and women, solely!

DGS
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