3.16 - Defending
This sub-section outlines the rules that apply when defending from another car during RSF1 events.
3.16.1
Drivers are entitled to defend their position from trailing cars that may wish to pass them. In order to do this safely, drivers are reminded to use the in-game proximity arrows and their definitions to help make their decision as to whether they should defend or not. The guidelines for defending using the in-game proximity arrows are as follows:
Single White Arrow A single white arrow is shown when a trailing car is coming up behind you, but is still a few car lengths back. Here, you can make your one defensive move to defend.
Double White Arrow A double white arrow is shown when a trailing car is coming up behind you, but is much closer, roughly one car length behind. Here, you're expected to stick to your line.
Double Red Arrow A double red arrow is shown when a trailing car is less than one car length behind/alongside you car. Here, you must give the trailing car roughly a car’s width measured from the white line defining the track edge.
3.16.2
Excessive line changes (or excessive weaving) to break a slipstream or force another vehicle to take avoiding action is considered blocking. Blocking by excessive weaving on straights when another driver is in your proximity is forbidden. If a driver is observed to be doing this, they will receive a penalty.
3.16.3
Two consecutive line changes to defend a position that impedes another driver trying to pass is considered excessive blocking. When defending from another car in the braking zone, choose a line on the track and stick to it, and make sure the attacking car has sufficient time to react to your movements. Drivers that are observed to be doing this may receive a penalty.
3.16.4
"Squeezing" is generally allowed if sufficient space is left for your opponent. Drivers observed to be excessively squeezing other cars may be given a penalty.
Squeezing is considered excessive if you force your opponent off-track, into a barrier or into another car.
3.16.5
Intentionally and abruptly braking in front of another driver that is close behind, particularly outside of a normal braking zone, causing a collision or forcing another to take evasive action is deemed to be "brake checking". Drivers observed to be doing this will be investigated and will receive a penalty if deemed appropriate.
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