Section 6: Scoring
6.1 Timing and Rankings
All times are recorded electronically to 1/100th of a second. The final ranking is determined by the cumulative total time across all completed runs. In the event of an exact tie in total time, the tied crews share the same placement (both receive identical medals at the Olympics).
6.2 Split Times
In addition to start and finish times, intermediate split times are recorded at designated points along the track (typically 3–5 splits). These help analysts assess where time is gained or lost and are broadcast to spectators in real-time.
6.3 Tie-Breaking
In the event of an exact tie in cumulative time (to 1/100th of a second), the tied crews share the same placement. At the Olympics, both crews receive identical medals. This has occurred at multiple Olympic Games, most notably in the 2014 Sochi two-man event and the 1998 Nagano two-man event.
6.4 World Cup Points
In the IBSF World Cup circuit, crews earn points based on finishing position (1st = 225 points, 2nd = 210, 3rd = 200, descending). Cumulative World Cup points determine the overall season standings and influence seeding for the following season. The top-ranked crews on the World Cup circuit earn quota spots for their national federations at the World Championships and Olympics.