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- Apr 22, 2014
Fine. Take out the data operator and am I correct, though? It's not just the TS but the whole panel.You know, it never ceases to amaze me how few fans know how the system actually works. Sochi rather threw this into the spotlight, that so many were ignorant of how a technical panel actually worked, but every now and again I am reminded...
The Data Operator has no say. At all. They are not a technical specialist, they are usually not even a judge. Their sole function is to enter the elements into the system as called, flag reviews when called, and when the program is over, to show the replays as requested by the technical panel at the various speeds - some panels might even go frame-by-frame for a contentious call. They read back the elements to the panel to ensure they are correct and then press the authorisation button. That's it. It's true that you can learn a lot while sitting in the Data chair, and it is an official position that does require some training, but they do not have any influence whatsoever on the call.
That said, I did agree with the rest of your post. A wrong edge is an incorrect jump and should be harshly punished. I think the current method is about correct.