Women's 10 Metre Platform Diving at the 1964 Summer Olympics
The women's 10 metre platform, often referred to as high diving, served as one of the four premier diving events during the Diving program at the 1964 Summer Olympics. Held in Tokyo, this competition showcased the precision and athleticism of the world's top female divers.
Unlike most Olympic diving events, the 1964 platform competition was unique for its condensed schedule. The entire event was held on a single day, October 15, and consisted of a maximum total of only seven dives per athlete.
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The event was structured into two distinct phases to determine the final standings:
Preliminary Round
During the preliminary stage, divers were required to perform four dives: three compulsory dives (dives with limited degrees of difficulty) and one voluntary dive (a dive without difficulty limits). The twelve divers who achieved the highest scores advanced to the final.
The Final
In the final round, the remaining twelve athletes performed three additional dives: one compulsory dive and two voluntary dives. The final rankings were determined by the combined total score from both the preliminary and final rounds.
Key Facts
- Gold Medalist: Lesley Bush of the United States.
- Silver Medalist: Ingrid Engel-Krämer representing the United Team of Germany.
- Bronze Medalist: Galina Alekseyeva of the Soviet Union.
- Event Date: October 15, 1964.
- Unique Format: The entire competition was completed in one day with a maximum of seven dives.
- Field Size: 24 divers competed in the preliminary round.
Detailed Results
The competition was closely contested, with Lesley Bush securing the gold medal with a total score of 99.80 points. The United States, the United Team of Germany, and the Soviet Union dominated the podium.
| Rank | Diver | Nation | Preliminary | Final | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesley Bush | United States | 53.78 | 46.02 | 99.80 |
| 2 | Ingrid Krämer | United Team of Germany | 52.98 | 45.47 | 98.45 |
| 3 | Galina Alekseyeva | Soviet Union | 53.02 | 44.58 | 97.60 |
| 4 | Linda Cooper | United States | 47.80 | 48.50 | 96.30 |
| 5 | Christiane Lanzke | United Team of Germany | 49.69 | 43.23 | 92.92 |
| 6 | Ingeborg Pertmayr | Austria | 49.50 | 43.20 | 92.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the gold medal in the women's 10m platform in 1964?
Lesley Bush from the United States won the gold medal with a total score of 99.80 points.
How did the scoring system work for the final ranking?
The final ranking was determined by combining the scores from the preliminary round and the final round.
What was the difference between compulsory and voluntary dives?
Compulsory dives had limited degrees of difficulty, whereas voluntary dives had no such limits, allowing divers to perform more complex maneuvers.
How many divers qualified for the final round?
The twelve divers with the highest scores from the preliminary round advanced to the final.
What made the 1964 platform event unique compared to other Games?
Unlike other Olympic Games, this specific event was held entirely on a single day and consisted of a maximum of only seven dives per athlete.