How is the press jump or swing to handstand on the balance beam evaluated?

The press jump or swing to handstand on the balance beam is evaluated with a 0.2 deduction for specific form breaks or other minor errors. This deduction applies generally when the gymnast does not achieve a vertical handstand position or shows a lack of control in their execution, such as bent arms, legs not being straight, or any form issues during the transition.

The standard of 0.2 reflects the expectation that while this skill requires considerable strength and precision, small flaws do not penalize the routine as severely as more significant errors. A higher deduction would indicate more considerable mistakes, such as falling off the beam or failing to complete the skill, which are not reflected in this scenario.

This level of deduction allows for a nuanced evaluation of the gymnast's performance, highlighting the importance of technique and continuity, while still valuing the difficulty of performing such a complex skill on the balance beam.