Published by Ingvar on March 5, 2013 http://www.reykjavikopen.com When Pavel Eljanov and Wesley So became joint winners of the Reykjavik Open (with Amin Baseem later joining them) five minutes or so into the last round they were immediately given...
Proposed rule change regarding draw offers
In the past, many grandmasters, including me, have taken advantage of short draws from time to time (as the rule allowed), to gain extra rest or for other strategic reasons. Until the rule is officially changed, I do not...
World class letdown according to Soltis
FINAL SHOWDOWN A MAJOR LETDOWNBy ANDY SOLTIS July 8, 2007 — Chess THE final round of a big-bucks, Swiss-system tournament is supposed to be one of the most dramatic events in chess, for players and spectators alike. But the...
Your “No Draw” solution?
This is the survey from chess professionals that was conducted by the ACP. What would be your preference about Draw Offers? 1- Allowed at any stage of the game (current FIDE rules)2- Allowed after 30 moves of the game...
Typical Chess Scenario
Issues on the Chess Table : Short DrawsFrom Mark Weeks,Your Guide to Chess A Typical Scenario The last round of the Super Grandmaster chess tournament has started, the playing hall is packed with spectators, and everyone is watching the...