In ski jumping, one judge can award a maximum of 20 style points for a perfect jump.
Judges assess the quality of a competitor’s flight, landing, and outrun. They look for balance, body position, control, and a stable landing. In major competitions, five judges provide marks, but the highest and lowest style scores are removed before the remaining three are added to the athlete’s total.
Style points are only one part of ski-jumping scoring. Competitors also receive distance points based on how far they jump, with the hill’s K point serving as the reference distance. Wind compensation and gate compensation may additionally adjust totals under modern rules.
A telemark landing is valued because it demonstrates control, with one ski slightly ahead of the other and the knees bent. A fall or unstable landing can cause deductions. Thus, a long jump does not automatically win if its technique and landing produce lower style marks.