Tag:athletics=javelin_throw

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Javelin throw is a sport where the javelin is thrown.
Group: sports
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should not be used on nodesmay be used on waysmay be used on areas (and multipolygon relations)should not be used on relations (except multipolygon relations)
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[W] Javelin throw is a track and field event where the javelin, a spear about 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) in length, is thrown. The javelin thrower gains momentum by running within a predetermined area.


On a satellite image you can recognise the run-up in front of a lawn.

Useful combination

For runway

For the thrown area

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