What is the deduction for the use of supplemental support during a performance?

The deduction for the use of supplemental support during a performance is 0.3. This deduction is imposed to maintain the integrity and challenge of the routines within gymnastics competition. Supplemental support refers to any assistance that athletes might utilize to complete a skill or element, such as using a prop or an assistive device. The expectation in gymnastics is that athletes perform skills solely based on their strength, technique, and ability. When a gymnast resorts to supplemental support, it diminishes the quality of the performance and the skill required to execute the routine. Therefore, a significant deduction of 0.3 is applied to penalize the athlete for not fulfilling the standard of independent execution expected at the Level 10 competition. This deduction encourages athletes to develop their skills fully and to demonstrate their capabilities without reliance on additional support.