Six of the dumbest rules in sports

1. Fanboost in Formula E. The driver who gets the most mentions on Twitter during a race gets to use extra power. It’s electric Formula racing, so they can do that in software.

Formula E cars drive into a corner during the Formula E Championship race in Beijing September 13, 2014. The inaugural Formula E Championship, which according to its organisers is the world's first fully electric racing series, will be contested by 10 two-driver teams over 10 rounds. REUTERS/Barry Huang (CHINA - Tags: SPORT MOTORSPORT SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY) - RTR462K9

2. In gymnastics you can lose points in your undergarments show at anytime, and if your hair falls out during competition.

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3. You have to let go of the bat after you hit the ball in baseball. You’re running into enemy territory, why wouldn’t you bring a weapon? You could hit the ball away from you when they try to get you out.

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4. There’s no contact allowed in women’s lacrosse which is supposed to be a contact sport.

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5. A flag on play for celebrating too much after a touchdown in football. They’re excited, let them be.

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6. No face hits in Dodge-ball. Shouldn’t you be able to aim anywhere while the other person dodges the ball?

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