In synchro skating, how are errors counted if they are attempted by a quarter or more of the team?

In synchro skating, when errors are attempted by a quarter or more of the team, the rule is that no value is counted for those errors. This reflects a principle in the judging of performances, emphasizing the significance of the team's overall execution. If a substantial portion of the skaters commits the same error, it indicates a larger issue in the team's synchronization or performance execution, which impacts the overall score.

Counting no value for these errors helps maintain the integrity of the judging process by acknowledging that if a large number of skaters are not executing elements properly, it diminishes the quality of the performance as a whole. This approach encourages teams to strive for improvement and refine their skills to minimize errors across the board.

In contrast, if all errors were counted or adjusted in value, it could skew the scoring, potentially rewarding a team for failures that are widespread, rather than highlighting the necessity for collective precision and execution.