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What is Straight position in Diving?

The position (letter A) with no bend at the knees or hips. It rotates slowest, so it is used for simpler dives and moments of display within twisting dives; held cleanly it is the most elegant shape in the sport.

Example: The back one-and-a-half in straight showed off her body line.

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