Rules, Safety & Integrity
Standards That Protect the Sport
Indian Relay is thrilling because it is fast and dangerous. That is exactly why professional standards matter — for riders, horses, families, and the future of the sport.
Why It Matters
Why Standards Matter
PIRL's future rulebook, safety approach, officiating standards, and horse welfare protocols will help protect Indian Relay as it grows — without ever losing what makes it sacred.
Core Standards
Under Development
Official Rulebook
An official rulebook and clear, consistent competition procedures.
Penalties & Appeals
Defined penalties, protests, and a fair appeals process.
Horse Welfare
Horse welfare and veterinary expectations at every event.
Rider & Team Safety
Clear rider and team safety requirements.
Officials & Timing
Trained officials, judges, and reliable timing standards.
Video Review
Video review and event documentation where practical.
Competition Integrity
Integrity systems that build confidence in every result.
Confidence & Fairness
Standards Build Trust
For sponsors and venues, standards create confidence. For riders and teams, standards create fairness. For families and communities, standards help protect the future of the sport.
Professional doesn't mean losing tradition. It means protecting it.
Professional means protecting the sport with structure.