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Chess Tournament Rules and Regulations

The document outlines the rules and regulations for a chess tournament, including the touch rule, clock usage, tie-breakers, and points system. It specifies that players must use one hand for moves and clock operation, and details consequences for illegal moves and misconduct. Additionally, it mentions tournament formats and restrictions on electronic devices.

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Chess Tournament Rules and Regulations

The document outlines the rules and regulations for a chess tournament, including the touch rule, clock usage, tie-breakers, and points system. It specifies that players must use one hand for moves and clock operation, and details consequences for illegal moves and misconduct. Additionally, it mentions tournament formats and restrictions on electronic devices.

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Chess Tournament Rules and Regulations*

*1. Touch Rule*

A player must move a piece if they touch it, provided it is a legal move.

2. Clock Rules*

The player using the black pieces starts the clock. Players must press the clock with the same hand
they use to make their move.

3. Tie-Breakers*

In case of a tie, standard tie-breaking methods will be applied as per tournament rules.

*4. Single-Hand Play*

Players must make their moves and operate the clock using only one hand.

*5. Initial Positions*

All chess pieces must be correctly placed in their standard starting positions after the game begins.

*6. Post-Match Arrangement*

Players must arrange the chess pieces back to their starting positions after the match concludes.

*7. Points System*

Points will be awarded as follows:

- Win: 1 point

- Draw: 0.5 points

- Loss: 0 points

### *8. Irregularities*

Any irregularities or disputes should be reported to the arbiter immediately.

*9. Illegal Moves*

A player can make a maximum of two illegal moves. If a third illegal move is made, the player will lose
the game.

*10. Repetition Rule*


If the same position occurs three times with the same player to move, the game can be claimed as a
draw.

*11. Electronic Devices*

No electronic devices are allowed, except smartwatches and digital chess clocks.

*12. Sportsmanship*

Players must maintain good sportsmanship and fair play throughout the tournament. Any misconduct
may lead to disqualification.

*13. Fixtures, Byes, and Tournament Format*

The tournament will follow one of the following formats:

- Knockout (KO)

- Swiss System

- Round Robin

The specific format will be announced before the tournament begins.

*14. Chess Clocks*

Chess clocks must be set up before the game starts, and players have to download it in their phone.

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