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NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES

General info

Race:NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES

Date: 20th  August  2023

Venue: Encore Melaka

Time: 9am – 1.30pm

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Results

Race Categories

INDIVIDUAL: 5km / 1.5km

MIXED RELAY: 500m x 4 ( Mixed Relay )

( minimal 2 person, max 4 person )

 

Technical Details

Men 5KMWomen 5KMMen 1.5KMWomen 1.5KMFun Mixed Relay 500m x 4
Date8/20/20238/20/20238/20/20238/20/20238/20/2023
Start Time9:00 AM9:00 AM10:00 AM10:00 AM11:00 AM
Start AreaEncore MelakaEncore MelakaEncore MelakaEncore MelakaEncore Melaka
Distance5KM5KM1.5KM1.5KM500M x 4
Time Limit15 minutes after 1st finisher15 minutes after 1st finisher1 hour1 hour1 hour
Total Race Time Allowed2 hours2 hours1 hour1 hour1 hour
Approx. atmosphere temp.*TBCTBCTBCTBCTBC
WetsuitNoNoNoNoNo
Safety BuoyMandatoryMandatoryMandatoryMandatoryMandatory

Programme

TimeActivityPlace
19-Aug-22
9:00 AM – 5:00 PMParticipants Race Pack CollectionMahkota Parade
5:00 PM – 6:00 PMParticipants Race BriefingMahkota Parade
20 August 2023 (5KM)
8:50 AM5KM Roll CallEncore Melaka
9:00 AMFlag off 5KMEncore Melaka
20 August 2023 (1.5KM)
9:50 AM1.5KM Roll CallEncore Melaka
10:00 AMFlag off 1.5KMEncore Melaka
20 August 2023 (Mixed Relay 500M x 4)
10:50 AMMixed Relay Roll CallEncore Melaka
11:00 AMFlag off Mixed Relay 500M x 4Encore Melaka
12:00 PMEnd of RaceEncore Melaka
12:30 PMPrize PresentationEncore Melaka
1:30 PMEndEncore Melaka

Age Categories

* If there are less than 3 participants in any age group, the registered participant/s will automatically be pushed down to the younger age-grouping (at the end of the registration close date).

Individual

5KM5KM1.5KM1.5KM
MALEFEMALEMALEFEMALE
14 -1514 -1512 - 1412 - 14
16 -1716 -1715 -1715 -17
18-1918-1918 & ABOVE18 & ABOVE
20 & ABOVE20 & ABOVE

Placing

Placings
5KM (Male – Female)
CategoriesPlacings
14 – 15 years1st, 2nd, 3rd
16 – 17 years1st, 2nd, 3rd
18 – 19 years1st, 2nd, 3rd
Open (20 years & above)1st, 2nd, 3rd
1.5KM (Male – Female)
CategoriesPlacings
12 – 14 years1st, 2nd, 3rd
15 – 17 years1st, 2nd, 3rd
18 years & above1st, 2nd, 3rd
Mixed Relay 500M x 4
CategoriesPlacings
Open1st, 2nd, 3rd
Overall (Male – Female)
CategoriesPlacings
5KM1st Only
1.5KM1st Only

Entry Information

  • Eligibility rules:

    • Malaysian Citizen
    • Permanent Resident
    • Permanent Work Permit/Valid Travel Visa
    • Age Group Compliance
    • Must be fully vaccinated as per latest official MKN guidelines 

    Fees: 

    • 5KM (Early bird – RM320, Normal – RM380)
    • 1.5KM (Early bird – RM250, Normal – RM290)
    • 500Mx4 Mixed Relay (Early Bird – RM500, Normal – RM580)

    Closing date: 

    • Early bird – 13thJuly 2023
    • Normal – August 2023

Race Pack Collection

Please take note that ALL participants MUST collect their Race Packs during the stipulated time. And it is mandatory to attend the Race Briefing. 

Date: 19th August 2023

Time: 11:00am – 5:00pm

Venue: Mahkota Parade Mall, Melaka

 

If you’re interested in becoming part of the 113 Expo, please contact info@113triathlon.com

Participant Entitlement

NX113  OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES

Participants’ entitlements:

  • An exclusive NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES Drawstring Bag
  • One-of-a-kind NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES Finisher Medal
  • Exclusive NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES Triathlon Finisher Tee
  • Timing Chip
  • Tattoo Number 
  • An exclusive NX113 OPEN WATER SWIMMING PREMIER SERIES Swim Cap

Swim Course

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

    1. Swimmers must wear the given swimming cap. 
    2. Wetsuit is not permitted. Two-piece swimwear/bikini is also not allowed (local authority requirement). 
    3. Only FINA approved swimwear allowed.
  • Safety swimming buoy is compulsory. 
    1. No swimmer shall be permitted to use or wear any device which may be an aid to their speed, endurance, or buoyancy. Swimsuit, rash guard, compression wear, goggles, nose clip and earplugs may be used. 
  • No watches or music devices allowed.
    1. During roll call, all participants will have to go through a verification check that their timing chips are the same numbers as their body markings.
    2. To complete the race, swimmers must start at the flag off point, swim the route following the directional buoys, pass the turning buoys, complete the course by swimming through funnel and touch the finishing pad with either hand with the timing chip. 
    3. Please cooperate with the finishing judges if they ask for your race number upon touching the pad. 
    4. In water, swimmers can always hold onto the swimming safety buoy anytime for resting or while waiting for a flag-off. 
    5. Swimmers who do not finish the course within the time limit shall be removed from the water, however the race director may allow a swimmer outside the time limit to complete the course. 
  • All swimmers shall have their race number clearly displayed on the arms, upper backs and back of hands.
  1. There are turning judges at each turning point to monitor and to report any rule breached. 
  2. The red flag will be shown to the swimmer after receiving a yellow flag previously due to a flagrant foul and they will be disqualified. 
  3. If in the opinion of the referee, any swimmer, or swimmer’s approved representative, takes advantage of committing any violation of the rules or by making intentional contact with any swimmer, the following proceeding shall apply: 
    1. 1st infringement: A yellow flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules. 

2nd infringement: A red flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised by the referee to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules for the 2nd time. The swimmer shall be disqualified. They must leave the water immediately and be placed in an escort craft and take no further part in the race.

    1. Swimmers must wear the given swimming cap. 
    2. Wetsuit is not permitted. Two-piece swimwear/bikini is also not allowed (local authority requirement). 
  • Safety swimming buoy is compulsory. 
    1. No swimmer shall be permitted to use or wear any device which may be an aid to their speed, endurance, or buoyancy. Swimsuit, rash guard, compression wear, goggles, nose clip and earplugs may be used. 
  • No watches or music devices allowed.
    1. During roll call, all participants will have to go through a verification check that their timing chips are the same numbers as their body markings.
    2. To complete the race, swimmers must start at the flag off point, swim the route following the directional buoys, pass the turning buoys, complete the course by swimming through funnel and touch the finishing pad with either hand with the timing chip. 
    3. Please cooperate with the finishing judges if they ask for your race number upon touching the pad. 
    4. In water, swimmers can always hold onto the swimming safety buoy anytime for resting or while waiting for a flag-off. 
    5. Swimmers who do not finish the course within the time limit shall be removed from the water, however the race director may allow a swimmer outside the time limit to complete the course. 
  • All swimmers shall have their race number clearly displayed on the arms and upper backs. Additional marking on swim caps for swimmers wearing long sleeves. 
  1. There are turning judges at each turning point to monitor and to report any rule breached. 
  2. The red flag will be shown to the swimmer after receiving a yellow flag previously due to a flagrant foul and they will be disqualified. 
  3. If in the opinion of the referee, any swimmer, or swimmer’s approved representative, takes advantage of committing any violation of the rules or by making intentional contact with any swimmer, the following proceeding shall apply: 
    1. 1st infringement: A yellow flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules. 

2nd infringement: A red flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised by the referee to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules for the 2nd time. The swimmer shall be disqualified. They must leave the water immediately and be placed in an escort craft and take no further part in the race.

    1. Swimmers must wear the given swimming cap. 
    2. Wetsuit is not permitted. Two-piece swimwear/bikini is also not allowed (local authority requirement). 
  • Safety swimming buoy is compulsory. 
    1. No swimmer shall be permitted to use or wear any device which may be an aid to their speed, endurance, or buoyancy. Swimsuit, rash guard, compression wear, goggles, nose clip and earplugs may be used. 
  • No watches or music devices allowed.
  • Each team must consist of at least two (2) swimmers and up to four (4) swimmers. There must be an alternation between each swimmers, no swimmers can swim 2 loops consecutively.
    1. During roll call, all participants will have to go through a verification check that their timing chips are the same numbers as their body markings.
  • To complete the race, each swimmer must start at the flag off point, swim the route following the directional buoys, pass the turning buoys, complete the course by swimming through funnel and pass the timing chip to the next swimmer until all 4 loops are completed. The last swimmer must touch the finishing pad to finish the race. 
    1. Please cooperate with the finishing judges if they ask for your race number upon touching the pad. 
    2. In water, swimmers can always hold onto the swimming safety buoy anytime for resting or while waiting for a flag-off. 
    3. Swimmers who do not finish the course within the time limit shall be removed from the water, however the race director may allow a swimmer outside the time limit to complete the course. 
  • All swimmers shall have their race number clearly displayed on the arms and upper backs. Additional marking on swim caps for swimmers wearing long sleeves. 
  1. There are turning judges at each turning point to monitor and to report any rule breached. 
  2. The red flag will be shown to the swimmer after receiving a yellow flag previously due to a flagrant foul and they will be disqualified. 
  3. If in the opinion of the referee, any swimmer, or swimmer’s approved representative, takes advantage of committing any violation of the rules or by making intentional contact with any swimmer, the following proceeding shall apply: 
    1. 1st infringement: A yellow flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules. 
    2. 2nd infringement: A red flag and a card bearing the swimmer’s number shall be raised by the referee to indicate and to inform the swimmer that they are in violation of the rules for the 2nd time. The swimmer shall be disqualified. They must leave the water immediately and be placed in an escort craft and take no further part in the race.
  • The Organisers reserve the right to amend the Rules and Regulations without prior notification.
  • Participants should be aware that that they are joining this event at their own risk and the Organisers shall not be liable for any bodily injuries, loss and/or damage to property while Organisers will ensure precautionary measures to be taken.
  • The Organisers reserve the right to use any photographs, motion picture, recordings, or any other record of this race and its participants for any commercial advertising including legitimate purpose.
  • The Organisers reserve the right to amend the race course without prior notice to participants.
  • Should the inclement weather persist after delay, the Organisers reserve the right to change the race distance, race format or cancel the race without any refund of registration fees.
  • The Organisers reserve the right to remove any participant deemed physically incapable of continuing the race.
  • Participants must complete the PAR-Q health questionnaire before starting their race and seek advice from a medical professional if any of the questions is not answered positively.
  • A $100 payment applies  for any loss or damage to the  Timing Chip or Band
  • The Organisers reserve the right to limit and/or refuse entries without assigning any reason thereof.
  • Once the registration form has been duly processed, there will be no fee refund for those who fail to turn up for the race and/or withdraw from it.
  • Individual race entries are non-transferable. Any person doing so will be held responsible in case of an accident arising from or provoked by the other person during the race. The Organisers reserve the right to exclude both parties from future events.
  • Changes to team relay members are permitted until registration closing date. An admin fee of S$15 applies per change of person.
  • The Organisers will not be responsible for any disputes arising from incomplete/wrong entry details given by the participants.
  • The race registration will only be confirmed when full payment of the race registration fee has been made.
  • Entries after the registration closing date will not be entertained.
  • The participant must ensure the provided race details are correct upon receipt of the Race Confirmation email and report any discrepancies within 48 hours of submission of the entry form to the Organisers. Any changes thereafter are subjected to an admin charge.
  • Upgrade of a race entry is permitted until the registration closing date.
  • Downgrade of race entry is permitted until registration closing date. There will be no refund of the fee difference.
  • All participants must collect their Race Kit. Participants who fail to do so will not be allowed to race on Race Day
  • Participants must return the Timing Chip & Band to the Organisers immediately after the race. A $100 payment applies for any loss or damage to the Timing Chip or Band.
  • Participants in both the Individual and Relay category must ensure that their Timing Band is securely strapped to the left ankle before beginning on any leg of the race. The Organisers are not responsible for any inaccuracy in participant’s race timings due to improper wearing of the Timing Band.
  • Participants must read the Race Briefing prior to the race to familiarise themselves with the venue, course and rules of the Event. The Race Briefing will be available on the event website 10 days prior to the race.
  • Participants who wish to protest against another competitor or notify a violation must do so in writing to the Organisers within 30 minutes of his/her finish time. A deposit of SGD$50 must accompany the appropriate protest and will be refunded if the protest is successful.