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why do they race in lanes 2-9 instead of 1-8?
i was watching the atletics and noticed this
4 Answers
- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
Apparently it's because lane 1 suffers more wear and tear from all of the other races. It was decided it would be fairer to the sprinters if lanes 2-9 were used, so all are a level playing field, so to speak.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
I initially though it was to do with the Steeplechase - the innermost lane got wet after the water jump, making it unfair for whoever drew Lane 1. But has there been a Steeplechase event tonight??
- Anonymous1 decade ago
It probably has something to do with equalizing the distance runners have to cover... that is why they have the staggered starts.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
the athletics???? is that an event? it's called track, learn english!