Punktrichter

scoring judge; points judge

noun PUNKT-rikh-ter Rare

Usage Note

Punktrichter are the judges who assign numerical scores in gymnastics, diving, figure skating and similar disciplines. They sit at Wertungsrichtertischen and hold up score cards or enter them digitally. Distinct from the Kampfrichter who oversees the overall competition.

Examples

"Die Punktrichter vergaben einheitlich hohe Noten für die Kür."

Natural Translation

The scoring judges uniformly awarded high marks for the free programme.

Literal Translation

The scoring-judges awarded uniformly high marks for the free-skate.

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