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World Rapid & Blitz Championships Start In New York, FIDE Changes The Rules

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The Controversy of Buy Points in Chess Tournaments

This chapter explores the contentious practice of 'buy points' in chess tournaments, evaluating its fairness and impact on player integrity. The discussion highlights a notable incident involving a top player withdrawing from a tournament, underscoring the necessity for clearer regulations in the competitive landscape.

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