The runner never has to slide under FED but if he chooses to, he must slide legally as prescribed by the FED rule book. That said, let's turn our attention to F2 who has the ball and has probably rotated toward 3rd base and I can guarantee has rolled forward onto his knees to make the tag and hopefully block access to the plate. I can see here how the cleats can get into the crotch of F2 and so far I see nothing wrong.
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