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Faults and discipline

  1. What is a technical fault in roller speed skating?A technical fault breaks a technical rule or order, and the skater is disqualified (DQ-TF) and ranked at the end of the heat or round.
  2. What are sports faults in roller speed skating?A sports fault is a deliberate act against fair play, such as grabbing, pushing, blocking, tripping, elbowing or cutting in.
  3. Can teammates help each other in roller speed skating?Skaters may not give or take any help, and a fallen skater must stand up without help or be disqualified.
  4. Can a team protest a decision in roller speed skating?A delegation may claim in writing, signed by its official delegate, to the Technical Commission, with a fee of 300 US dollars that is returned only if the claim succeeds.
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