Four intermediate times are evenly distributed along the track after the 50 m start time (Art. 10.6.15); Start time (0–50 m) is a key split, as the push phase is the only athlete-powered portion of the run; Split times help coaches and athletes analyze performance through specific track sections
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the split times in Skeleton are for spectators' entertainment, like seeing how fast they can run between two points. But actually, these times help coaches analyze athletes' performance at various stages of their runs and make real-time comparisons to optimize training and strategy. It's a key tool for improving technique and speed on this incredibly fast sled sport.
