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In this video, the history of championship javelin throws is discussed, as well as how the sports authorities kept changing their design to prevent distant throws and subsequently rewriting sports history.
When an Athlete Throws His Javalin A Meter Too Far
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In summary, "When an Athlete Throws His Javelin A Meter Too Far" explores the unexpected consequences of a javelin throw that exceeds the intended distance. It delves into the implications for the athlete’s performance, the technical aspects of javelin throwing, and the psychological impact of exceeding limits. The narrative emphasizes the balance between ambition and precision in sports, illustrating how slight deviations can lead to significant outcomes.
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It reminds me of watching the current world record holder in the shot put, Ryan Crouser, when he is competing. I've seen several of his furthest throws land just centimeters inside the far end of the pit. They're going to have to extend those pits pretty soon, especially since he is perfecting his new variation on the throwing spin with the “Crouser Slide”... 
https://apnews.com/article/ryan-cro...hampionships-c34edd21abcda4c55530ccc3450186bf
https://apnews.com/article/ryan-cro...hampionships-c34edd21abcda4c55530ccc3450186bf
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Here's some other banned techniques for throwing or jumping in track and field. They utilize various circular methods to generate more force and got banned because they were too dangerous.
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