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Validity

Conclusions on validity of protests, requests for redress, and requests to reopen.

Invalid – Appendix F: Failed to Inform Despite Obvious Danger or Tangle (F5.60.2(c))

Wording

At the time of the incident it was obvious to Y that [a competitor was in danger] [(injury) (serious damage) (a tangle) resulted]. Nevertheless, Y failed to attempt to inform X of the protest within the protest time limit, as required by RRS F5.60.2(c). Therefore the protest is invalid under RRS 60.4(1)(a).

Applicable scenarios

  • Kiteboard protest invalid – failed to inform despite obvious danger or tangle

Related content

Rule 60.2Rule 60.4Rule F5-60.2
Previous wordingInvalid – Appendix F: PC Failed to Inform at First Opportunity After Learning (F5.60.2(b)(4))Next wordingInvalid – Protest Not in Writing (60.3(a))