DiscoverThe Chess AngleEp. 146: Better Tournaments, Better Chess: Creating Ideal Playing Conditions
Ep. 146: Better Tournaments, Better Chess: Creating Ideal Playing Conditions

Ep. 146: Better Tournaments, Better Chess: Creating Ideal Playing Conditions

Update: 2025-03-301
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This episode is a response to FM Nate Solon's excellent blog posts I Don’t Like Chess Tournaments and What Would a Fun Chess Tournament Look Like?

Neal reacts and shares his thoughts on weekend events including the following:

  • The ideal time control & round times 
  • Delay vs. increment
  • Club events vs. weekend tourneys
  • Practical matters

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Ep. 146: Better Tournaments, Better Chess: Creating Ideal Playing Conditions

Ep. 146: Better Tournaments, Better Chess: Creating Ideal Playing Conditions

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