The Chess Circuit

The Chess Circuit

When is a move not a move?

from the Watford Junior Chess Briefing #417

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Adam Raoof
Jul 28, 2022
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From Roger Lancaster

“There's a common misconception among chess pIayers, and not just the younger ones, that - if your opponent makes an iIIegaI move - the offended party can scream bIue murder and expect a penaIty.   (And, on occasions where there's a Iess-than-competent arbiter, get one!).   

What the Iaws of chess ac…

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