9781422274798

by trying these new feats, even if the tricks were not performed perfectly. Therefore, judges developed the two scores to reward strength and speed. The “perfect 10” system rewarded an easy routine performed perfectly, and now the new scoring system rewards gymnasts for attempting harder routines. Fans are not as happy, because it was easier to understand scores on a basis of 10, but fans will likely be won over as they see how the sport progresses in the next few years. Of course, many in the gymnastics world would like to see the scoring revert back to the old way.

The U.S. women’s team are the current two-time defending Olympic champions in the team all-around event.

CHAPTER 1 : EVOLUTION OF GYMNASTICS

15