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Arms pointing to the sides forming an inverted 'V'
The event area is clear and the athlete can begin their attempt.
Raising a red flag
An unsuccessful attempt or foul play.
Arms crossed above head
A situation requiring officials' attention or a conference.
Arms rotated in front of the body like turning a large wheel
Wind measurement is taking place for a jumping event.
Raising a white flag
A successful attempt or fair play (e.g., in jumping or throwing events).
Gun fired in the air twice
False start.
Timer's hand up
Indicates the timers are ready and the race can start.
Pointing towards the sky with an open palm
Signaling the event helpers to retrieve equipment like javelins, discuses, or shots.
Pointer finger and middle finger extended and separated
Denotes the second call for athletes to report to the event or start line.
Gun fired in the air once
Start of the race.
Open hand raised vertically, palm facing out
Signals that a relay runner is approaching the changeover box.
Hand making a writing motion
Signifies that the recording of results or athletes' information is occurring.
Arm pointed towards the track
Indicates the direction of the next lap for athletes in long-distance races.
Horizontal arm(s) extended
The race is ready to begin.
Arms forming a 'T'
Official time-out.
Rolling hands motion
Indicates a rolling start in a relay race.
Thumbs up
Confirmation of a successful communicative, technical, or timing check.
Waving a green flag
Indicates all is clear on the track or field event.
Circular motion with index finger
Indicates that the hammer, discus, or shot put cage is secure and the event can begin.
Flat hand slicing downward
Cutting the track or leaving the lane illegally.
Arm sweeping downward towards the body
Signals the athletes to approach the take-off board in jumping events.
Upward thumb gesture
Approval for the athlete to begin their run-up in the jumping or pole vault event.
Closed fist with a thumb pointing downwards
Indicates disapproval or something is not ready or correct.
Hand rotating over the head, pointing at the sky
Indicates athletes should continue moving and not stop (e.g., during relays).
Two arms raised and then lowered to the sides
The participants should take their positions on the track or in their lanes.
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