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Long Jump is a field event within the broader discipline of Track and Field, itself a part of Athletics at the Olympic Games. In this event, athletes sprint down a runway before leaping as far as possible into a sand pit. The distance covered by the athlete's jump is measured from the take-off board to the nearest point of impact in the sand pit. Competitors get three attempts, and the farthest valid jump is used to determine their final standing. Long Jump demands explosive power, speed, agility, and precision timing, making it a thrilling spectacle for both participants and spectators alike.