is this cheating?

hi.
I'm playing amarabygg rating 1545 for the second time,the first game i could not believe his high standard of play-i lost,the second game was same very high rating play,i asked him how he was playing so strong with such a low rating he replied he has his son to help him.Is this cheating?
cheers Les...

Originally posted by tundish
hi.
I'm playing amarabygg rating 1545 for the second time,the first game i could not believe his high standard of play-i lost,the second game was same very high rating play,i asked him how he was playing so strong with such a low rating he replied he has his son to help him.Is this cheating?
cheers Les...

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Getting help from anyone is a 'third party'.

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Thanks i think i'll avoid playing this person in future.

Originally posted by tundish
Thanks i think i'll avoid playing this person in future.

Go to My Home / My Ignore List and add the name. They will not be able to make games with you or take your open invites.

Did they tell you they were getting help in game, or through a PM? You may consider using Site Feedback since it's not fair to ANYONE and not everyone will see this thread.

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You may also PM your previous opponent and explain that it is against the rules. Maybe he does not realise that he violates the TOS (after all you were not sure yourself), and will stop doing it in the future. Just a thought.

Adje

Originally posted by adje
You may also PM your previous opponent and explain that it is against the rules. Maybe he does not realise that he violates the TOS (after all you were not sure yourself), and will stop doing it in the future. Just a thought.

Adje

Not a bad idea.

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