05-04-2012, 04:02 PM
I agree that the rule needs to be clarified for ordering just so it avoids any arguments in the future. Different people are going to have differing views on what that should be, but at least something should be officially decided on and laid down. For what it's worth, I think teams should be allowed to switch within 100/50 points, but that order should be fixed for the remainder of the event. If people on lower boards are too good to be there, they win, gain points, and move up next year.
With regards to the FIDE rating, I personally think that it should be FIDE rated, due to the great time controls and prestige of the event. Also last year, I don't think that any strong players were avoiding it due to the inclusion of the FIDE aspect when you see the team line ups. However, if it is decided not to be FIDE rated, then FIDE ratings should be irrelevant to the board ordering.
With regards to the FIDE rating, I personally think that it should be FIDE rated, due to the great time controls and prestige of the event. Also last year, I don't think that any strong players were avoiding it due to the inclusion of the FIDE aspect when you see the team line ups. However, if it is decided not to be FIDE rated, then FIDE ratings should be irrelevant to the board ordering.