Guidelines to eliminate 'huge impact' of drafting in women's races coming to Life Time Grand Prix series
Briefly

The Life Time Grand Prix is set to enforce new drafting rules specifically for elite women competitors starting in 2025, with a trial run at the Sea Otter Classic. Kimo Seymour, president of Life Time Events, highlighted the significant challenges posed by drafting when women race against men and differing categories. He emphasized the complexities in enforcement, especially in remote settings, but remains committed to addressing these issues as they roll out the new regulations during the upcoming race event.
Seymour emphasized the significant impact of drafting amongst elite women riders, particularly when competing alongside various divisions, adding a layer of complexity to enforcement.
Kimo Seymour acknowledged the challenges of implementing and enforcing the no drafting rule on remote courses, stressing the difficulty of monitoring entire races effectively.
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