HUA SPORTS PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

Event: Hua Sports Road Running Event

Organization: Hua Sports (huasports.org)

Effective Date: January 1st, 2026

Waiver and Release Agreement

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHT

1. Acknowledgment of Event Participation

I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Hua Sports road running event (the "Event"), which involves running along pre-arranged public routes as part of a collective effort to form a figure of a horse. I understand that this Event will take place on public roads, sidewalks, trails, and other surfaces that may be open to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

2. Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risks

I acknowledge that running and participating in the Event involves inherent risks and dangers that could result in serious personal injury, permanent disability, or death, as well as property damage. These risks include, but are not limited to:

• Physical exertion and overexertion beyond my physical capabilities

• Contact with other participants, spectators, volunteers, or pedestrians

• Contact with vehicular traffic on public roads

• Uneven, slippery, or dangerous road, sidewalk, trail, or terrain conditions•Obstacles, hazards, or debris on the course

• Weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, or ice

• Inadequate hydration or nutrition

• Pre-existing or undiagnosed medical conditions that may be exacerbated by physical activity

• Equipment failure or malfunction

• Negligence of other participants, volunteers, or third parties

• The potential for accidents, collisions, or falls

I understand that these risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the condition of the facilities or routes used for the Event. I acknowledge that the above list is not complete or exhaustive, and that other unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, property damage, or death.

I VOLUNTARILY AND KNOWINGLY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, and assume full responsibility for my participation in the Event.

3. Physical Fitness Certification

I certify as a material condition to my being permitted to participate in this Event that:

• I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the completion of this Event

• I have not been advised by a qualified medical professional against participating in strenuous physical activity

• I do not have any medical condition that would prevent my safe participation in this Event

• I agree to immediately discontinue participation and notify Event officials if I experience any unusual discomfort, distress, or symptoms during the Event

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to be aware of my physical limitations and to select a pace and distance appropriate for my fitness level.

4. Release and Waiver of Liability

In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Event, I, for myself and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, and assigns (collectively, "Releasing Parties"), hereby agree to release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Hua Sports, its officers, directors, employees, members, volunteers, agents, representatives, sponsors, affiliated organizations, property owners, and all other persons or entities involved in the Event (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death, that may be sustained by me or any property belonging to me, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, while participating in the Event or while on the premises where the Event is being conducted.This release extends to all claims of every kind or nature whatsoever, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown.

5. Indemnification Agreement

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorney's fees, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from my participation in the Event, including but not limited to any claims brought by or on behalf of me or co-participants.

I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, I or anyone on my behalf makes a claim against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost incurred as the result of such claim.

6. Rules and Regulations Compliance

I agree to:

• Abide by all Event rules, regulations, and instructions provided by Event organizers, volunteers, and officials

• Follow all applicable traffic laws and pedestrian safety ordinances

• Run on sidewalks where available and not in the roadway

• If no sidewalk or multi-use trail is available, run against oncoming traffic

• Obey all traffic signals and signs

• Yield to vehicular traffic at all times

• Follow the designated route and any course markings

• Accept the decisions of Event officials regarding my ability to safely complete or continue participation

I understand that failure to comply with these rules may result in my immediate disqualification and removal from the Event.

7. Medical Treatment Authorization

I authorize Event staff, volunteers, or medical personnel to provide or arrange for emergency medical care or treatment if I am injured or require medical attention during the Event. I agree to assume all costs associated with such medical care and transportation.

I understand that Event organizers are not responsible for providing medical care and that such care, if provided, does not constitute an admission of liability.

8. Image and Likeness Release

I grant permission to Hua Sports and its authorized representatives, sponsors, and media partners to use my name, voice, image, photograph, likeness, or any recording or other event records for any legitimate purpose, including but not limited to promotional materials, websites, social media, publications, and news coverage, without compensation or further authorization.

If I do not wish to grant this permission, I must notify Hua Sports in writing prior to the Event.

9. Personal Property

I understand that Hua Sports is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property before, during, or after the Event. I am solely responsible for the security and condition of my personal belongings.

10. Course Conditions and Changes

I understand that:

• The Event may be held in varying weather and environmental conditions

• Course routes may be changed at any time for safety or logistical reasons

• The Event may be postponed, canceled, or modified without prior notice

• Entry fees are non-refundable regardless of my participation or Event cancellation

11. Severability

If any provision of this Waiver and Release of Liability is deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable for any reason, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Waiver and Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action arising out of or related to this Waiver or the Event shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Fairfax County, Virginia, and I consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

13. Acknowledgment of Understanding

I HAVE READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT. I SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

I understand that this is a binding legal contract between me and Hua Sports and that I am waiving certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence.