Event Rules and Regulations

Scroll down for the rules and regulations of each event of the SBR.ph Tri Series.

THESE RULES ARE INTENDED FOR THE FOLLOWING

  1. Encourage everyone to join by creating a non-intimidating swim-run event
  2. Create an atmosphere of sportsmanship, equality, and fair play
  3. Provide safety and protection
  4. Emphasize ingenuity and skill without unduly limiting the athlete’s freedom of action
  5. Penalize athletes who gain an unfair advantage

GENERAL CONDUCT

  1. Aquathlons, Duathlons, Triathlons and other related multi-sport events involve many athletes. Race tactics are part of the interaction between athletes.
  2. Athletes will practice good sportsmanship at all times.
  3. Athletes will be responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.
  4. Know, understand and follow the Competition Rules.
  5. Obey traffic regulations and instructions from race officials.
  6. Treat other athletes, officials, volunteers, and spectators with respect and courtesy.
  7. Avoid the use of abusive language.
  8. Inform a Race Official after withdrawing from the race.
  9. Compete without receiving assistance other than from event personnel and officials.
  10. This is an earth-friendly race; all participants must bring their own bottles.  Water jugs will be available to refill the bottles.

HEALTH

  1. Aquathlons, Duathlons, Triathlons and other related multi-sport events are strenuous. To be able to compete, athletes should be in excellent physical condition. Their health and welfare are of paramount importance. By starting in a race, the athletes declare they are in good health and good physical condition to complete the race.
  2. Athletes are encouraged to perform periodic health evaluation (PHE) and to undergo a pre-participation evaluation (PPE) prior to engaging in competitive sport.

ELIGIBILITY

  1. An athlete’s age is determined by their age on December 31st in the year of competition.
  2. Athletes must compete in their respective categories.
  3. An athlete who competes in a category different from his/her age, in a distance in which is not allowed will be disqualified from the events she took part in. Any awards and prizes will be removed.

INSURANCE

  1. Each athlete must have personal insurance coverage. This insurance will cover any accidents occurring during the competition.

RACE CANCELLATION

In the event of race cancellation due to storm, rain, inclement weather, wind, riot/war, the presence of imminent danger to participants, any other unforeseeable or act of God conditions, the entry fee shall be non-refundable, non-transferable and non-applicable to future races.

REGISTRATION

  1. All athletes must provide a Government-Issued ID at race registration/packet pick-up prior to competition.
  2. All athletes must pick up their own race packet at the official race registration area during a designated time.
  3. The race packets will contain an official race number for the body (bib number), a swim cap (for events with swimming) and a timing chip.

PARTICIPANT CATEGORY POLICY

We are dedicated to providing a competitive and enjoyable experience for all athletes. We recognize the diverse identities of our participants and strive for inclusivity.

For the purposes of competition, athletes will be classified into male or female categories based on their gender assigned at birth. We acknowledge the complexity of gender identity and are committed to inclusivity within our events. This policy is under regular review as part of our commitment to evolve with the understanding of gender inclusivity in sports. We encourage feedback and dialogue from our participants on this or any other matter.

We are committed to fairness and inclusivity and will continue to evolve our policies to support all athletes who wish to compete in our events.

RACE NUMBERS

  1. Race number (bib number) must be worn by athletes during the run segment. The race number must be visible on the front.
  2. Body markings are to be applied to each arm and leg unless instructed otherwise by the Race Official at the briefing.

TIMING AND RESULTS

  1. A race will be won by the athlete who has the shortest time from the start signal to the moment when the athlete finishes the race. An athlete will be judged as “finished,” the moment any part of the torso, reaches the perpendicular line extending from the leading edge of the finish line.
  2. All the athletes will be ranked according to their times.
  3. The official results will list the athletes according to their finish time.
  4. Results will include athletes who do not finish the race (DNF), those who do not start (DNS), those who are disqualified (DSQ).

TIME SPLITS TO BE INCLUDED ARE:

1. Swim (in applicable events)
2. Bike (in applicable events)
3. Run
4. Overall Finish Time
5. Transition times (when applicable)

SAFETY GUIDELINES

  1. The responsibility of remaining on the course rests with the athlete. Any athlete, who appears to Technical or Medical Officials as presenting a danger to themselves or others, may be removed from the competition.

ILLEGAL EQUIPMENT

  1. Glass containers
  2. Wetsuits
  3. Snorkels, fins, and other flotation devices

TRANSITION AREA CONDUCT

GENERAL RULES

  1. Athletes must use only their designated transition space and/or bin.
  2. Athletes must place within 0.5m of the bin all equipment to be used at a later stage in the event. If a bin is not provided, the 0.5m will be measured from the rack number or nameplate.
  3. All equipment already used must be deposited in the bin. Only equipment to be used during the competition can be left in transition. All other belongings and equipment are to be removed before race start.
  4. Athletes must not impede the progress of other athletes in the Transition Area.
  5. Athletes must not interfere with another athlete’s equipment in the Transition Area.
  6. Nudity or indecent exposure is forbidden.
  7. Athletes can not stop in the flow zones of the Transition Area.
  8. Marking positions in the Transition Area is not allowed. Marks will be removed.

RUN AREA CONDUCT

GENERAL RULES

  1. Unless advised, bare torso running is not allowed. If caught, the runner will be disqualified. Photos may be used to disqualify post-race.
  2. It is the runner’s responsibility to count the number of loops. The timing system will verify the no of loops done via the time splits.
  3. Overtake on the left.
  4. Walkers/slow runners stay on the right side.

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Please see latest SBR.ph Tri Series event page for the updated competition guidelines.

AWARDS

Athletes who place 1st, 2nd or 3rd will be awarded a medal / trophy.

PROTESTS

GENERAL RULES

  1. If a protest is against the conduct of an athlete, Race Official, or the conditions of the competition, an athlete may file a protest with the Race Official provided the protest has not been previously observed by the Technical Officials and ruled upon by the Referee.
  2. Where event competition rules do not cover the incident, ITU, FINA & IAAF Rules will apply.

Protests Concerning Eligibility:
Protests concerning the eligibility of an athlete shall be made to the race official before the start of the race.

Protests Concerning the Course:
Protests concerning the safety of the course or its variance to the regulations must be made to the Race Director no later than twenty-four (24) hours before the start of the race.

Protests Concerning the Race:
An athlete, who protests against another athlete or official, must do so to the Referee within thirty (30) minutes of his/her finish time. However, the intention to write a protest has to be announced to the Referee within fifteen (15) minutes of his/her finish time. After this deadline, only protests following this process will be admitted.

Protests Concerning Equipment:
Protests concerning an athlete’s equipment must be delivered to the Referee thirty (30) minutes after his/her finish time. However, the intention to write a protest has to be announced to the Referee within fifteen (15) minutes of his/her finish time. After this deadline, only protests following this process will be admitted.

Protests Concerning Timing and Results:
Protests concerning mistakes in timing and results (time errors, athletes’ ranking) may be delivered in writing by the athlete to the Race Organizer within thirty (30) days after the competition.

Contents of a Protest:

  1. Each protest must be accompanied by a deposit of Php 3,000 to the race organizer and will be refunded if the protest is successful. If the protest is denied, there will be no refund and the money will be retained by Race Organizer.
  2. Information to be included:
    • The alleged rule violated.
    • The location and approximate time of the alleged violation.
    • Persons involved in the alleged violation.
    • A statement, including a diagram of the alleged violation, if possible.
    • The names of witnesses who observed the alleged violation.

Outside Assistance:
Medical assistance and food and liquid are permitted at designated aid stations only. All other outside assistance is prohibited.

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