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Whether mudguards are compulsory or not is up to the organiser. I have done audaxes where mudguards are recommended, but not compulsory. They've not said anything (they tend to be more interested in the novelty of the fact I ride a fixed tarck bike to be honest).
I would avoid audaxes where mudguards are compulsory, because I wouldn't want to find out how rigidly this is enforced the hard way. So far none of the audaxes I'm planning on attending this year have stated that they are compulsory.
I agree with Oliver though that mudguards are a good idea and very practical. They also have the obvious benefit Oliver hasn't mentioned of keeping you wet. Lots of clip on mudguards are available...
In other news, I posted off my application for the Fixed Wheel Challenge today. I have no idea if I'll do enough fixed miles to qualify for a medal, but we'll see.