16-07-2012, 12:24 AM
The FIDE grades were 'brand new'. It would be unfair to compare such with a grade over a year old so only FIDE ratings were used in calculating the Giant Killer. If we try to compare like with like and take Andrew's current Scottish grade it is over 300 points higher than his published one and means that his albeit worthy performances are not quite so significant.
He did have the opportunity of winning the rating prize under his old grade but it seemed unfair to give him two bites at the cherry so to speak.
Donald and i discussed this several rounds ago. I should have probably made the decision more public.
He did have the opportunity of winning the rating prize under his old grade but it seemed unfair to give him two bites at the cherry so to speak.
Donald and i discussed this several rounds ago. I should have probably made the decision more public.