📜 Championship Rules
1️⃣ General Conduct
- This is a clean racing league. Respect and fair play are mandatory at all times.
- Drivers are expected to race with predictability and awareness, especially in multiclass situations.
- Aggressive, reckless, or unsporting behavior may result in penalties or removal from the championship.
2️⃣ Multiclass Racing
- Hypercars are responsible for completing overtakes safely.
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GT3 drivers must hold a predictable racing line and are not required to actively move out of the way.
- Divebombs, last-second moves, or forcing another car off line are prohibited.
- Blue flags are informational, not mandatory.
3️⃣ Start Procedure & Turn 1
- Extra caution is required during race starts and the opening lap.
- Cold tires and heavy fuel must be taken into account.
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Turn 1 incidents are judged strictly, especially if avoidable contact occurs.
- Positions gained through contact must be given back immediately when possible.
4️⃣ Track Limits
- Track limits follow in-game rules.
- Repeated abuse of track limits to gain advantage may be penalized even if the game does not automatically sanction it.
5️⃣ Pit Stops
- Pit stops are optional.
- Strategy is entirely at the driver’s discretion.
- Unsafe pit entry or exit may result in penalties.
6️⃣ Incidents, Game Reports & Protests
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All incidents automatically reported by the game will be reviewed by the stewarding team, even if no formal protest is submitted.
- Drivers may additionally submit an incident report via Discord.
- Reports must be submitted within 24 hours after the race.
- Stewarding decisions will be communicated within 48 hours.
- Only involved drivers may submit reports.
7️⃣ Penalties
Possible penalties include:
- Warning
- Time penalty
- Championship points deduction
- Grid penalty for next event
- Disqualification (DQ)
Penalties are issued based on severity, intent, and repeat offenses.
8️⃣ Disconnects & Technical Issues
- Drivers are responsible for their own connection and hardware stability.
- No race restarts will be issued due to individual disconnects.
- Rejoining the race is allowed only if it can be done safely.
9️⃣ Attendance
- Drivers are expected to attend all race events.
- One absence is tolerated during the season.
- Repeated no-shows without notice may lead to removal from the championship.
🔟 Stewarding Authority
- The stewarding team has final authority on all decisions.
- Decisions are not subject to public debate.
- Rule interpretations may evolve to ensure fair and enjoyable racing.
📌 Final Notes
- These rules are designed to promote fair and realistic multiclass racing on Le Mans Ultimate.
- By participating, all drivers agree to abide by these rules.
- Any updates or clarifications will be communicated via Discord.
