Jim Holt related to this article in Sports Illustrated:
Ah, the old system, where perfection was a (10) — remember? …
The prime purpose of the new and unimproved scoring system was to better quantify the various elements in a program — required jumps and spins— so that the famously nefarious judges would have less latitude to cheat.
Alas, this created a scoring system so arcane that, by comparison, it makes computing the Standard and Poor’s index child’s play. Moreover, by emphasizing compulsory obligations, the new system diminished the emphasis on artistry. …
Frank Deford in Sports Illustrated – … Go figure
Bottom line: Frank argues that the scoring system has “destroyed the popularity” an Olympic Sport.
Sound familiar?
Frank is talking about Figure Skating.
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