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What if a player leaves their kayak?

Contact and safety · Rule 10.13

A player who capsizes and leaves the kayak must leave the playing area with all equipment and take no further part until re-entering under the entry rules. Outside assistance or interference can lead to a penalty.

How it works

A player who capsizes and leaves the kayak must leave the playing area with all equipment and take no further part until re-entering under the entry rules. Outside assistance or interference can lead to a penalty. Re-entry follows the normal entry and substitution rules.

In a game

A player swims their kayak and paddle off the pitch after a capsize.

Remember

Re-entry follows the normal entry and substitution rules.