27-10-2011, 12:46 PM
Andy Howie Wrote:robin moore Wrote:Sam's 2144 Czech opponent called the arbiter over when both players had 30 secs or so, I guess they were in the Fischer time control. Sam's opponent correctly pointed out to the arbiter that Sam had not recorded his last 3 moves. What happened next had the Czech coach shaking his head in disbelief and embarassment. The Czech boy covered his scoresheet and refused Sam to see it. Sam got flustered and lost on time. Shivan was also in desperate time trouble in a couple of his games where he definitely was ok.
That is bang out of order and explains the Czech result. The arbiter wants pulled up for that as the scoresheet is the property of the tournament and not the player.
I have to say I am really impressed with our 4 players. I think this is the first time we have played in this and looking at how well we are doing, I hope it is not the last
Agreed. This shows no honour in my opinion; and without honour a player is worthless. I'd rather lose honourably than "win" by some sneaky technicality.