Understanding Ski Jumping: An Overview
Ski jumping is a thrilling winter sport where athletes descend a steep ramp at high speeds, 🫰 leap into the air, and aim to land the longest jump possible before gliding to the finish line. But how 🫰 are these impressive feats measured and scored?
The Measurement of Ski Jumps: K-Point and Beyond
In ski jumping competitions, judges measure jumps 🫰 from the takeoff to a reference point called the "K-point," which indicates the assessment location for the distance covered by 🫰 the athlete. The following table illustrates the relationship between jump distance (in meters), K-point, and maximum landing point:
Distance (m)
