Athletics / Guide 16
Triple jump
World Athletics · 2026In short
Hop, step and jump · Related long-jump rules
Hop, step and jump
The required sequence is a hop, a step and a jump. In the hop the athlete lands on the same foot used for take-off; in the step they land on the other foot, from which they jump into the pit. Reversing this sequence does not produce a valid triple jump.
Related long-jump rules
The take-off-line and measurement principles follow long jump, with specific exceptions for the intermediate phases. The non-supporting leg touching the ground during the trial is not by itself a fault. The final jump must land in the landing area. Board placement must suit the competition level and the applicable facility requirements.
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