RACE WALKING EVENTS WORLD ATHLETICS - PowerPoint Presentation

1. RACE WALKING EVENTSWORLD ATHLETICS TECHNICAL RULESPART - VIPREPARED BY-SIDDHARTHA KRISHNATR 54 – Race WalkingDTO TECHNICAL OFFICIALS SEMINAR CUM EXAMINATION

2. Rules & Interpretation of Race Walking Event

3. DISTANCE OF RACE WALKING EVENTThe standard distance shall beDISTANCE INDOOR3000m5000mDISTANCE OUTDOOR5000 m10 km10,000m20 km20,000m35 km50 km

4. COURSE SELECTION The success of any international Race walking competition is greatly dependent on the proper Selection and measurement of the course, WA TR 54.1 is general requirement for the selection of the maximum course length for the standard international distance of 10km,20km,35km and 50km.The following guidelines offer greater detail in the selection of suitable course:An out and back courses is only acceptable if held on a divided road wide enough to prevent tight turns .the courses should have turn of a radius of at least 7.5 meters While WA TR 54.11.1 allow for courses of 1km or 2km the recommended distances for 10 km,20 km,35 km and 50 km events is as follows:-RACE DISTANCE /out and back courses10km ,20km,35km 50km 1 km/1km or 2km/2km

5. The road surface should be smooth and free from potholes and Road Breakers.There should be adequate space along the courses for Medical/Refreshment and Sponging/Drinking Station. Also space for lap counters, timekeepers judges, umpires and marshal and a posting board should be made availableCOURSE SELECTION

6. Current Definition - Technical Rule 54Race Walking is a Progression of steps so taken that the Walker makes contact with the Ground, so that no visible(to the human eye) loss of contact occurs.

7. Contact Rule

8. The advance leg must be straightened (i.e. not bent at the knee) from the moment of first contact with the ground until the vertical upright position.Current Definition - Technical Rule 54

9. Bent Knee Rule

10. Overview of RW Technique

11. Race Walking Judging –Yellow PaddlesWhen a judge is not completely satisfied that an athlete is fully complying Rule TR 54, he should where possible, show the athlete a Yellow Paddle with the symbol of the offence on each side.An athlete cannot be shown a second Yellow Paddle by the same judge for the same offence.Having shown a Yellow Paddle to an athlete, the judge shall inform the Chief Judge of his action after the competition.

12. Race Walk Judging –Yellow Paddles

13. Race Walk Judging –Yellow Paddles

14. Red CardsWhen a Judge observes an athlete failing to comply with TR 54 by exhibiting visible loss of contact or a bent knee during any part of the competition, the Judge Shall send a red card to Chief Judge or Recorder.

15. Judges Paper workINDIVIDUAL JUDGES RECORD SHEET (individual judge)YELLOW PADDLE’S (individual judge)RED CARD (individual judge)SUMMARY SHEET (recorder or chief judge)

16. RW judges Individual Record Sheet

17. Summary Sheet

18. Race walking JudgesThe appointed judges of race walking shall elect a chief judge, if one has not been appointed previously.All the judges shall act in an individual capacity and their judgement shall be based on observation made by the human eye.In the competition held under technical rule 1.1 (Olympics & World Championships)all judges shall be international Race walking Judges.In competition held under Rules 1.2,1.3,1.5,1.6,1.7 and 1.10 all judges shall be Area or international Race walking Judges.

19. For road race, there should normally be a minimum of six to a maximum of nine judges including the Chief Judge.For track races, there should normally be six Judges including the Chief Judge.In competition held under rule 1.1 not more than one Judge from any Country can officiate.As far as possible in National Competition, Judges should declare a conflict of interest (coaching an athlete, family member etc) in a particular race and then not judge.Race walking -Judging

20. Summary of RWJ DutiesTo be available at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled start.To meet and elect a Chief Judge, if not otherwise decided, at least 30 minutes prior to the Start.To follow the instructions received from Chief Judge.To show the YELLOW PADDLE when judge is not completely satisfied that the athlete is fully complying with technical Rule 54.

21. To issue a red card on any competitor who is breaking the rules.To complete the Judging card accurately and to pass it on to the Chief Judge or Recorder.To report to the chief Judge after the event and confirm that all red cards have been received.To be available after the race to answer any question from the chief Judge.Summary of RWJ Duties

22. Race Walking – Judging PositionA judge should take up a position that presents a clear view of the legs of the competitors.In a track event, the ideal position is in the outside lanes where the raised inner kerb will not block, the view of the competitor’s feet.

23. For a road event, the judge should where possible, move to a position where they can clearly see the contact with the surface of the road.Another good judging position is at an angle of 45 degrees from the competitors as they are moving towards the Judge.Race Walking – Judging Position

24. Race Walking – Judging Position400 mtr Standard TrackJudges Position on TrackChief JudgeREFRESHMENT TABLE

25. Race Walking – Judging PositionThe key danger areas, where a competitor is especially likely to be illegal, are:During the acceleration at the Start.While passing another Walker.

26. Race Walking – Judging PositionThe key danger areas, where a competitor is especially likely to be illegal are:During the finish sprint andIn the middle of a group

27. Race Walking – Judging PositionThe road areas that are very important to observe are:Turning areasHill areas

28. Race Walking – Judging PositionThe road areas that are very important to observeSharp turnsAid and refreshment areas

29. The Role of the Chief JudgeIn competitions held under paragraph 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4 and 1.6 of the international Competitions definition, The chief Judge has the power to disqualify an athlete inside the stadium when the race finishes in the stadium or in the last 100m when the race takes place solely on the track or on the road course, when his/her mode of progression obviously fails to comply with the TR 54 regardless of the number of previous red cards the Chief judge has received on that athlete.

30. Special powers of the Chief JudgeAn athlete who is disqualified by the Chief Judge under these circumstances Shall be allowed to finish the race.The athlete shall be notified of this disqualification by the Chief Judge’s Assistant by showing the athlete a RED PADDLE at the earliest opportunity after the athlete has finished the race.

31. DisqualificationBefore this notification takes place, the Chief Judge should receive the cards (at least three different judges) back from the Recorder to check the following points: 1- All cards are correctly completed.2- All cards are for the same competitors.3- No two cards are from the same Judge.NOTE:THE JUDGE CANNOT SEND A SECOND RED CARD ON A COMPETITOR

32. As the competitor to be Disqualified approaches the Chief Judge, The Chief Judge should make his actions clear by holding the Red DQ sign at shoulder Height in front of the offending competitor.Care should be taken not to obstruct any other competitors.Disqualification

33. Immediately after the race and as soon as the chief Judge is satisfied that no further cards will be coming in,The Chief Judge and Recorder should check the Judging Summary Sheet and all Disqualification and Red cards reported.The Result of the race should not be declared final until this has happened.Disqualifications

34. The RecorderThe Main function of the Recorder are to receive all cards from the Judges and to record them on the race Judging Summary Sheet and to ensure the cards appear on the posting board.The Recorder informs the Chief Judge when a competitor has received Three Red Cards from three different Judges.

35. Card CollectorCard Collector on Bicycle/Roller skates or other system may used on Road Course or track to pick up the Judge Red Cards during each Race. They are to take the cards immediately to Recorder, who is Stationed near the Posting Board.

36. The Posting BoardThe red card posting Board is commonly referred to as the Disqualification or DQ Board.The purpose of the board is, primarily, to keep competitors informed about the number of red cards that have been received by the recorder for each competitor. In practice, the board can only be used on a lap course or track where the board can be placed in such a position that all competitors can easily see the board and read what is on the board each time they pass.The board must be completed by the Recorder, or by an assistant appointed to carry out that duty.

37. The Posting Board

38. The Posting Board

39. Penalty Zone A Penalty Zone shall be used for any race where the applicable regulations for the competition so provide and may be used for other races as determined by the relevant governing body or Organizers.In such cases, an athlete will be required to enter the Penalty zone and remain there for the applicable period once they have received three Red Cards and are so advised by the Chief Judge or someone delegated by them.

40. Penalty Zone The applicable period in Penalty Zone shall be as follows:Races up to and includingTime5000m / 5km0.5 min.10,000m / 10km1 min.20,000m / 20km2 min.30,000m / 30km3 min.40,000m / 40km4 min.50,000m / 50km5 min.PENALTY ZONE

41. Penalty ZonePenalty Zone

42. DO’S AND DON’T OF JUDGINGIf in doubt, give the benefit to the competitors. that is, only give a Red card when you are certain.Do not believe that proof of good judge lies in how many Red Card they write. A good Judge can Assist more Competitors to finish by Judicial use of a yellow Paddle before an infringement of the rules take place.When cautioning a competitor, make sure that they see your yellow paddle.Remember, how competitor walk today may not be how they walk the next time. do not pre Judge for the next Race.Do not be influenced by outside opinions. you are in control of your section of the course or track so make your own decisions and stand by your reasoning.

43. DO’S AND DON’T OF JUDGINGAvoid getting into Conversation during the race with other Judges or spectators. you are required to act independently.Do not convey to any competitor information as to the of the race.Do not judge by Running alongside or physically interfering with the competitors.Do not Judge Lying down on the track or road.Do not use any Communication Device (e.g Mobile phone/ Camera or video), during the competition.

44. THANK YOUSIDDHARTHA KRISHNA ( level 1RWJ)MAJOR DHYANCHAND SPORTS COLLEGESAIFAI,ETAWAH,UTTAR PRADESH+91 7376922226unnaoathletics@gmail.com