{"id":250565,"date":"2024-08-02T16:04:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T16:04:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/02\/some-of-the-obscure-rules-olympians-must-follow-hollywood-life\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:13:18","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:13:18","slug":"some-of-the-obscure-rules-olympians-must-follow-hollywood-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/02\/some-of-the-obscure-rules-olympians-must-follow-hollywood-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Some of the Obscure Rules Olympians Must Follow \u2013 Hollywood Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When the world\u2019s greatest athletes gather for a chance at glory every two years, all Olympians must play by the rules\u2014even if some of them seem a little strange. Some of the regulations range from what kind of clothing or aesthetic an athlete must have to general behavior restrictions.<\/p>\n

The summer and winter Olympic Games feature some of the most unifying, heartwarming moments in sports. But it\u2019s not all fun and games (no pun intended). Even when athletes might find a rule unfair, once a rule is broken\u2014depending on the infraction\u2014the consequences can cost them hard-to-earn points or even their chance of continuing their bid for Olympic glory.<\/p>\n

Brazilian swimmer Ana Carolina Vieira<\/strong>, 22, was sent home from the 2024 Paris Games after being caught leaving the Olympic Village without authorization with another teammate, Gabriel Santos<\/strong>, following the Opening Ceremony on July 26.<\/p>\n

After being reprimanded, Vieira reacted to the \u201ctechnical decision\u201d made by the committee in a \u201cdisrespectful and aggressive\u201d manner, according to the COB. Consequently, she was sent home.<\/p>\n

To get a better understanding of the Games, here\u2019s a look into the rulebook for some of the lesser-known and unusual rules for the Olympic Games.<\/p>\n

Divers Must Be Confident<\/h2>\n
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According to World Aquatics\u2019 competition regulations<\/a>, a failure to reach full extension\u2014a.k.a. a \u2018bold, high, and confident take-off\u2019 before their dive\u2014can cause a deduction of between \u00bd and 2 points.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Figure Skating<\/h2>\n
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There is no set uniform for figure skaters, but there are strict rules. Trousers are a dress code requirement for men, whereas women are allowed to wear a variety of costumes, including trousers, leggings, skirts, dresses, and unitards. According to the International Skating Union (ISU), \u2018clothing cannot give the effect of excessive nudity.\u2019 This is why you might see so many flesh-toned panels\u2014to give the illusion of skin.<\/p>\n

Not only does it matter what they wear, but figure skaters are also not allowed to do backflips. Doing a backflip in a figure skating routine is considered an \u201cillegal figure skating move\u201d by the International Skating Union. The reason is that the landing is made on two feet instead of one and is not considered a \u201creal jump.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Skater Surya Bonaly<\/strong> landed a backflip on one foot at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, but because the move was considered illegal, she finished in 10th place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In this tough sport, there\u2019s no excessive force\u2014and that includes groin grabbing. Additionally, to prevent any disadvantages, water polo athletes are forbidden from having \u2018grease, oil, or any similar substance on the body\u2019 during competition.<\/p>\n

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Water polo athletes also have to clip their toenails to avoid nasty scratches underwater.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

BMX<\/h2>\n

BMX racers have to wear loose, fitted long-sleeved jerseys that come down to the waist and must be tucked in. Lycra is also not allowed, and long trousers must be worn in case of a crash. For BMX freestyle, the rules\u2014and clothing\u2014are looser. While tucking in is not mandatory, the primary focus of attire regulations is on safety and functionality, and jerseys are typically form-fitting.<\/p>\n

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As one of the most anticipated sports to watch in the Olympics, gymnastics draws the eyes of viewers all over the globe due to the intense, gravity-defying maneuvers performed by its athletes. While it\u2019s exciting to watch, what goes on behind the scenes for the gymnasts demands a lot of focus.<\/p>\n

While gymnasts can wear makeup, FIG has rules around how much is worn and what kind is applied. \u201cFace painting is not allowed,\u201d the handbook states, also noting that \u201cany makeup must be modest and not portray a theatrical character (animal or human).\u201d Bright nail polish is also a no-go\u2014only neutral colors or none at all for these athletes.<\/p>\n

Gymnasts\u2019 uniforms are strictly regulated, and scoop or v-necks that extend beyond the mid-sternum aren\u2019t allowed.<\/p>\n

As for obscure rules during an event, Olympic gymnasts have to pay for a scoring challenge. If a team believes a score is unfair, gymnasts\u2019 coaches have four minutes and must pay $300 to have it re-evaluated. If the challenge overturns the scoring, the team gets their money back. If not, the cash goes to charity.<\/p>\n

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But for all the \u201cno\u2019s,\u201d there are things gymnasts are allowed. Women competing on the uneven bars tend to use spray water or chalk for stickiness, but honey is apparently another allowed alternative.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Olympic runners who choose to hold hands at the finish line are disqualified due to a rule that says you can\u2019t have a contrived tie.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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