When performing a tap swing forward in Level 4 bars, what is the deduction for not achieving straight position in body if piked?

In the context of gymnastics judging, the deduction for not achieving a straight body position during a tap swing forward, particularly if the gymnast is piked, is 0.10. This is based on the guidelines set forth for assessing execution in routines at Levels 4 and 5.

When a gymnast is expected to maintain a straight body alignment during a skill like the tap swing, any deviation from this standard affects the overall execution score. A slight piking, which indicates that the gymnast has not maintained a straight line through their body, typically incurs a lower deduction, like 0.10. This reflects a minor error in form rather than a significant failure in technique.

In assessing performance, judges are trained to recognize varying degrees of imperfections. More pronounced deviations, such as extreme piking or significant loss of form, would lead to higher deductions, but in this situation, a deduction of 0.10 suggests that while it is a fault, it is considered relatively minor within the overall context of the skill being performed.