Sporting regulations
Prize pool & division avards
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:
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Sporting decisions
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Stewarding and penalties
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Event operations and scheduling
2.2 Race Control decisions are final and binding.
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:
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Single races
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Championships
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Special or endurance formats
3.2 Event-specific details (calendar, format, race length, timetable) are published separately for each event.
3.3 Unless otherwise stated:
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Races use rolling starts
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Open setups are permitted
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Weather and track conditions are announced prior to the event
4. Driver Eligibility & Entry
4.1 Drivers must:
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Use their primary racing account
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Meet minimum safety and skill requirements defined per event
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Provide accurate registration information
4.2 Entry fees, where applicable, are published before registration opens.
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:
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Number of participants
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Entry fees
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Sponsorship contributions
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Event format
6.3 Onyx aims to provide competitive and generous prize pools while maintaining sustainable operations.
6.4 Prize pool details are always announced before the start of an event.
6.5 Prize distribution is split across divisions to reward:
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Competitive performance
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Clean driving
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Improvement
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Sportsmanship
6.6 Prize pool structures may differ between divisions and events.
7. Media & Publicity Rights
7.1 By participating, drivers grant Onyx the right to use:
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Driver names
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Car liveries
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Race footage and results
for broadcasts, highlights, promotional material, and official publications.
8. Sporting Conduct
8.1 All drivers are expected to race responsibly and respectfully.
8.2 The following behaviors are prohibited:
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Intentional contact
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Reckless or dangerous driving
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Blocking or weaving
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Unsafe rejoins
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Retaliation on track or after the finish
8.3 Track limits, incidents, and off-track penalties are monitored using the simulation’s native systems and steward review where applicable.
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:
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In-game messaging
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Discord or designated event channels
10.2 Drivers must follow Race Control instructions at all times.
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:
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Event and session
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Lap or timestamp
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Drivers involved
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Supporting evidence
11.3 Race Control will review all protests and publish decisions where applicable.
11.4 Frivolous or abusive protests may result in penalties.
12. types of Penalties
12.1 Possible penalties include, but are not limited to:
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Warnings
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Time penalties
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Drive-through penalties
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Disqualification
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Event or championship suspension
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Permanent exclusion
12.2 Penalties may escalate for repeat offenses.
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.
13.2 Track Limits & Driving Standards
Action
Penalty
Repeated track limits abuse
5-second time penalty
Excessive track limits abuse
10-second time penalty
Wall riding or shortcutting
30-second penalty or Disqualification
13.3 Racecraft & On-Track Conduct
Action
Penalty
Unsafe rejoin
5-second time penalty
Blocking (first offense)
Warning
Blocking or weaving (repeated)
10-second time penalty
Ignoring blue flags
5-second time penalty
Failure to leave racing room
5-second time penalty
13.4 Contact & Collisions
Action
Penalty
Avoidable contact (minor, no position loss)
5-second time penalty
Avoidable contact resulting in position gain or damage
10-second time penalty
Causing a collision involving multiple cars
30-second time penalty
Forcing another driver off track
5-second time penalty
13.5 Dangerous & Unsporting Behavior
Action
Penalty
Dangerous driving
30-second time penalty
Intentional contact
Disqualification
Retaliation (on-track or post-race)
Disqualification + Event suspension
Reckless dive-bomb
20 second time penalty
13.6 Communication & Conduct
Action
Penalty
Abusive or offensive chat
Warning or 5-second penalty
Repeated communication abuse
10-second penalty or Disqualification
Ignoring Race Control instructions
10-second time penalty
13.7 Post-Race Conduct
Action
Penalty
Contact after the checkered flag
10-second time penalty
Retaliation after race finish
Disqualification
13.8 Repeat Offenses
13.8.1 Multiple infractions within the same event will result in escalating penalties:
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Second offense: penalty doubled
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Third offense: Disqualification
13.8.2 Repeated offenses across multiple events may result in suspension or championship exclusion.
13.9 Disqualification & Bans
13.9.1 The following offenses result in immediate Disqualification:
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Intentional crashing
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Deliberate race manipulation
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Cheating or exploitation of simulation mechanics
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Account sharing
13.9.2 Severe or repeated violations may result in temporary suspension or permanent exclusion from Onyx events.
13.10 Penalty Application & Authority
13.10.1 Penalties may be applied during the race or added post-race.
13.10.2 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*