Sim Racing Sporting Regulations
Prize pool & division avards
ONYX sporting regulations define racing standards, stewarding procedures and competitive systems designed to ensure fair and structured sim racing events.
Please note, that you are responsible for following the rules, violations will result penalties.
1. Purpose & Sporting Principles
1.1 Onyx organizes and operates online sim racing events through its official platforms and communication channels.
1.2 These regulations govern all sporting, organizational, and participation aspects of Onyx events.
1.3 By registering for an event, all participants confirm that they have read, understood, and accepted these regulations in full.
2. Authority & Governance
2.1 Onyx Race Control is responsible for the management of all events, including:
2.3 All decisions are made in the interest of fairness, sporting integrity, and the smooth continuation of the competition.
3.3 Unless otherwise stated:
4.1 Drivers must:
4.3 Onyx reserves the right to limit grid sizes or refuse entries to preserve race quality.
5. Divisions & Competitive Balance
5.1 To ensure fair competition, Onyx events may be divided into multiple divisions (e.g. PRO, AM, ROOKIE).
5.2 Division assignment is determined by skill indicators selected by the organizer.
5.3 All divisions may compete on the same grid unless otherwise stated.
5.4 Drivers are eligible for awards and prizes only within their assigned division, unless explicitly stated.
6. Prize Pools (General Information)
6.1 Prize pools may vary between events and championships.
6.2 Prize pool size is influenced by factors including:
6.4 Prize pool details are always announced before the start of an event.
6.5 Prize distribution is split across divisions to reward:
7. Media & Publicity Rights
7.1 By participating, drivers grant Onyx the right to use:
8. Sporting Conduct
8.1 All drivers are expected to race responsibly and respectfully.
8.2 The following behaviors are prohibited:
9. Overtaking & Defending
9.1 The responsibility for a safe overtake lies primarily with the overtaking driver.
9.2 Defending drivers may choose a single defensive line but may not weave or block.
9.3 When cars are significantly alongside, racing room must be given.
9.4 Minor contact may be judged as a racing incident at the discretion of Race Control.
10. Communication
10.1 Official communication is conducted via:
10.3 Abuse of text or voice communication may result in penalties.
11. Protests & Reviews
11.1 Protests must be submitted through the official Onyx protest system within the stated deadline.
11.2 Protests must include:
11.4 Frivolous or abusive protests may result in penalties.
12. types of Penalties
12.1 Possible penalties include, but are not limited to:
12.3 Severe unsporting conduct or intentional incidents may result in immediate exclusion.
13. Penalties & Fixed Sanctions
13.1 Penalty Philosophy
13.1 Onyx applies a fixed penalty system to ensure consistency, transparency, and equal treatment of all participants.
13.2 Penalties are issued based on the nature and severity of the infringement.
13.3 Fixed penalties apply unless Race Control determines that escalation is required due to intent or repeated behavior.
1.1 Onyx organizes and operates online sim racing events through its official platforms and communication channels.
1.2 These regulations govern all sporting, organizational, and participation aspects of Onyx events.
1.3 By registering for an event, all participants confirm that they have read, understood, and accepted these regulations in full.
2. Authority & Governance
2.1 Onyx Race Control is responsible for the management of all events, including:
- Sporting decisions
- Stewarding and penalties
- Event operations and scheduling
2.3 All decisions are made in the interest of fairness, sporting integrity, and the smooth continuation of the competition.
- 3. Event Structure
- 3.1 Onyx events may include:
- Single races
- Championships
- Special or endurance formats
3.3 Unless otherwise stated:
- Races use rolling starts
- Open setups are permitted
- Weather and track conditions are announced prior to the event
4.1 Drivers must:
- Use their primary racing account
- Meet minimum safety and skill requirements defined per event
- Provide accurate registration information
4.3 Onyx reserves the right to limit grid sizes or refuse entries to preserve race quality.
5. Divisions & Competitive Balance
5.1 To ensure fair competition, Onyx events may be divided into multiple divisions (e.g. PRO, AM, ROOKIE).
5.2 Division assignment is determined by skill indicators selected by the organizer.
5.3 All divisions may compete on the same grid unless otherwise stated.
5.4 Drivers are eligible for awards and prizes only within their assigned division, unless explicitly stated.
6. Prize Pools (General Information)
6.1 Prize pools may vary between events and championships.
6.2 Prize pool size is influenced by factors including:
- Number of participants
- Entry fees
- Sponsorship contributions
- Event format
6.4 Prize pool details are always announced before the start of an event.
6.5 Prize distribution is split across divisions to reward:
- Competitive performance
- Clean driving
- Improvement
- Sportsmanship
7. Media & Publicity Rights
7.1 By participating, drivers grant Onyx the right to use:
- Driver names
- Car liveries
- Race footage and results
8. Sporting Conduct
8.1 All drivers are expected to race responsibly and respectfully.
8.2 The following behaviors are prohibited:
- Intentional contact
- Reckless or dangerous driving
- Blocking or weaving
- Unsafe rejoins
- Retaliation on track or after the finish
9. Overtaking & Defending
9.1 The responsibility for a safe overtake lies primarily with the overtaking driver.
9.2 Defending drivers may choose a single defensive line but may not weave or block.
9.3 When cars are significantly alongside, racing room must be given.
9.4 Minor contact may be judged as a racing incident at the discretion of Race Control.
10. Communication
10.1 Official communication is conducted via:
- In-game messaging
- Discord or designated event channels
10.3 Abuse of text or voice communication may result in penalties.
11. Protests & Reviews
11.1 Protests must be submitted through the official Onyx protest system within the stated deadline.
11.2 Protests must include:
- Event and session
- Lap or timestamp
- Drivers involved
- Supporting evidence
11.4 Frivolous or abusive protests may result in penalties.
12. types of Penalties
12.1 Possible penalties include, but are not limited to:
- Warnings
- Time penalties
- Drive-through penalties
- Disqualification
- Event or championship suspension
- Permanent exclusion
12.3 Severe unsporting conduct or intentional incidents may result in immediate exclusion.
13. Penalties & Fixed Sanctions
13.1 Penalty Philosophy
13.1 Onyx applies a fixed penalty system to ensure consistency, transparency, and equal treatment of all participants.
13.2 Penalties are issued based on the nature and severity of the infringement.
13.3 Fixed penalties apply unless Race Control determines that escalation is required due to intent or repeated behavior.
13.4 Track Limits & Driving Standards
13.5 Racecraft & On-Track Conduct
13.6 Contact & Collisions
13.7 Dangerous & Unsporting Behavior
13.8 Communication & Conduct
13.9 Post-Race Conduct
14 Repeat Offenses
14.1 Multiple infractions within the same event will result in escalating penalties:
14.3 Disqualification & Bans
14.4 The following offenses result in immediate Disqualification:
14.6 Penalty Application & Authority
14.7 Penalties may be applied during the race or added post-race.
14.8 Race Control decisions are final and not subject to appeal beyond the official protest process.
*Participating in our events means that you are the one responsible to follow the rules*
14.1 Multiple infractions within the same event will result in escalating penalties:
- Second offense: penalty doubled
- Third offense: Disqualification
14.3 Disqualification & Bans
14.4 The following offenses result in immediate Disqualification:
- Intentional crashing
- Deliberate race manipulation
- Cheating or exploitation of simulation mechanics
- Account sharing
14.6 Penalty Application & Authority
14.7 Penalties may be applied during the race or added post-race.
14.8 Race Control decisions are final and not subject to appeal beyond the official protest process.
*Participating in our events means that you are the one responsible to follow the rules*
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