Chess is a game of erosion, the movement of water to the weak and feeble areas based on the strength of the current.
I have a deep respect for the game of chess. If you offer me a game please mean that you intend to play. I have no interest in waiting for you to move, while I send notification after notification to you, suggesting you move.
Tournament Entry Rating is calculated by the formula (CurrentRating + HighestRating) / 2. The entry rating will never drop to more than 100 points below your Highest Rating.
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