Execution Score (E-Score)

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Also known as: E-Score

The execution score, or E-score, measures how well a routine was performed technically and artistically. It starts at a maximum of 10.0, with deductions taken for things like bent knees, poor form, wobbles, or falls. The E-score is added to the difficulty score to produce a gymnast's total score for a routine.

Related Terms

Difficulty Score (D-Score)

The portion of a gymnast's score reflecting the difficulty and value of the skills performed in a routine.

Deduction

Points subtracted from a gymnast's execution score for errors such as bent knees, wobbles, or falls.