What the heck is a head start?

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The discussion centers on the concept of a head start in racing, debating whether it should be defined strictly as a time advantage or if it can also be considered a distance advantage. A comparison is drawn to Performance Handicap Racing Fleet (PHRF) in sailing, where the goal is to level the playing field by accounting for the inherent advantages of different boats and gear. This system emphasizes the skill of the crew rather than just the speed of the vessel. The conversation highlights the nuances of competitive racing and the methods used to ensure fair competition.
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There's been a bit of debate about whether a head start in a race is always a time or whether it could also be a distance. Anyway, YouTube served up this video of some very strange looking greyhounds running a handicap race.



Is this not a head start?
 
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