Basic information for new betters

The General Headquarters for K-cycle Racing and K-Motorboat Racing under the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation organises Boat Racing every year based on Article 4 of the Act on K-cycle Racing and K-motorboat Racing and Chapter 2 of K-motorboat Racing Regulations. An annual race schedule is planned, approved by the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, and detailed internal plans are created accordingly.

2024 Race Operation Plan

• Venue: Misari K-Motorboat Racing Park (505 Misadaero, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do)
• Period: 2024. 1. 3. - 12. 26 (held on Wednesdays and Thursdays, among others)
• Number of Race Days: A total of 51 times within 105 days, a total of 2,100 races (20 races per day)
• Betting Types: Win, Place, Quinella, Exacta, Trio, Tri-place, Trifecta
  * Seven basic betting options, operated flexibly based on attendance restrictions and sales analysis
• Types of Races: Flying Start Races and On Line Start Races
• Race Distance: Flying Start: 1,200m (2 laps) / 1,800m (3 laps) / On Line Start: 935m (1 lap) / 1,535m (2 laps)

Rider Assignment

• In standard race, riders are assigned according to their rankings, ranging from A1 to B2. In title races, riders are assigned based on factors such as tournament progression, customer votes, top earnings, or outstanding performance.
• Rider assignments for each race grade are determined based on performance over a specific period. Assigned riders are obligated to participate in the race unless excused by valid reasons such as family events, natural disasters, or other disqualifications specified in Articles 10 and 13 of the Motorboat Racing Regulations.

Race Fixture

• Standard races are organised as individual matchups. Listed races and Grand Prix races are arranged as both individual matchups and tournaments.
• In tournaments, the results of Day 1 races influence participation in Day 2 races.
• Fixture considers factors such as rider's performance, personal profiles, motor and boat performance, and customer preferences.
• When two or more riders are assigned to the same lane by the random draw, preference is given to rider with superior performance. For the finals of title races, course selections are allocated to riders in descending order based on criteria such as performance and earnings rankings.

The General Headquarters for K-cycle Racing and K-Motorboat Racing ensures that riders staying at the rider’s dormitory for race participation can focus entirely on their events in a comfortable environment. Surrounding environments and internal facilities are continually improved.

Race Coordination and Rider Guidance

• Riders participating in races undergo physical examinations and consultations with doctors to confirm their eligibility for competition. After receiving assigned motors and boats, they conduct designated practice sessions and complete a confirmation inspection.
• On race days, riders undergo uniform inspections, are informed of announcements, and receive training sessions post-race. These sessions focus on referee judgements and improving rider&rsquo's performance.

Safety Gear for Races

• Since K-Motorboat racing pose significant risk, riders are required to wear safety equipment to protect their bodies and lives.
• Safety gear is procured annually and distributed to riders for use during competitions.

• The General Headquarters for K-cycle Racing and K-Motorboat Racing secures and maintains race motors and boats to ensure smooth operation.
  Ordering motors and boats, along with testing prototypes and conducting inspections, inspecting and testing six trial boats, securing new boats
  Ensuring uniform motor performance,maintaining consistency in boat weights, monitoring storage, controlling entries and exits, and keeping detailed records
• Maintenance of race boats includes pre-inspection maintenance by professional maintenance staff and standard maintenance performed by the riders.
• The maintenance staff repair the boats and carry out precise inspections and maintenance on motors with defects or malfunctions, while the riders disassemble, assemble, and inspect the motors themselves.
• Additionally, race boats are managed safely through confirmation inspections, pre-race inspections, pre-start inspections, post-race inspections (return inspections), and re-inspections.