Some clarification of a "complete pass" or "perfect pass" is probably in order.
So we have a tie. Neither skier, however, again IMHO, completed the pass as they both have no credit for the exit gate.
On to the run off. They both will start at the last completed pass. Which is? Does Skier A have a gripe because Skier B's last completed pass was 35? No, if credit is given for the opt up 39. Wait, we've already determined it's a tie, so credit was given.
OK, let's say Skier B, in his initial set, gets out the exit gates then looses the handle. Is it still a tie? I'd be kind of pissed if I were Skier B and I ended up in a run off since I got out the gates even though the scores are the same.
So, when is credit given for a complete pass?
Not trying to be an ass, just trying to think this through.