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Before the world championship match between Veselin Topalov and Vladimir Kramnik in Elista both players signed an agreement that said the loser of that match would not play in the 2007 World Championship in Mexico. That was Topalov, whose federation is now pleading for him to be allowed to participate – as the ninth player in the event.
I want to show my support for Topalov. In case you want a real World Cup Let Topalov Play!
http://www.chessbase.com/newsdetail.asp?newsid=3892
30 May 07
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Originally posted by vipiuSeems like Topalov agreed to these terms, because he was sure that he will win. Now when he did lost to Kramnik, he is trying to change rules which he had agreed before. Its the reason why I dont support Topalov.
Before the world championship match between Veselin Topalov and Vladimir Kramnik in Elista both players signed an agreement that said the loser of that match would not play in the 2007 World Championship in Mexico. That was Topalov, whose federation is now pleading for him to be allowed to participate – as the ninth player in the event.
I want to show my ...[text shortened]... u want a real World Cup Let Topalov Play!
http://www.chessbase.com/newsdetail.asp?newsid=3892
30 May 07
Originally posted by KorchI do agree with Korch though... Topalov agreed to the terms of the agreement, now wants to change it cause he lost.
Seems like Topalov agreed to these terms, because he was sure that he will won. Now when he did lost to Kramnik, he is trying to change rules which he had agreed before. Its the reason why I dont support Topalov.
30 May 07
Originally posted by Korch...and Topolov wears the ugliest shirts I've ever seen...that alone should get him banned from the world champion cycle
Seems like Topalov agreed to these terms, because he was sure that he will won. Now when he did lost to Kramnik, he is trying to change rules which he had agreed before. Its the reason why I dont support Topalov.
30 May 07
Originally posted by PatzergrlYes, bright pink, yellow, puprle, and green clash quite well together. But, his wanting fashion sense aside, the man is shifty. He signed the agreement, and he should be seen as less of a gentleman for trying to break it. I wish Gary would come back 🙁
...and Topolov wears the ugliest shirts I've ever seen...that alone should get him banned from the world champion cycle
30 May 07
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Originally posted by FabianFnasWhy did he have to sign it? What possible purpose does an agreement like that serve? The Championship of the World is designed to find the best player in the World. Why exclude the previous finalist? If he is the runner up in the World championship, HE IS THE SECOND BEST PLAYER IN THE WORLD!! How DARE they exclude him!! 😠😠
If I didn't have to follow the agreements I've signed - I would be rich by now.
30 May 07
Originally posted by MarinkatombLosing to Kramnik Topalov have already showed that he is not the best. Why must FIDE give him extra chance? Will it be honest to other participants?
Why did he have to sign it? What possible purpose does an agreement like that serve? The Championship of the World is designed to find the best player in the World. Why exclude the previous finalist? If he is the runner up in the World championship, HE IS THE SECOND BEST PLAYER IN THE WORLD!! How DARE they exclude him!! 😠😠
30 May 07
Originally posted by MarinkatombAre you drunk or something? Which other sport has the president dipping into his own pocket to provide for the prize-fund i.e. in the candidates matches how much is coming from where? Compare that to boxing or football. Don't open your mouth to utter unsubstantiated nonsense.
This is just typical of chess politics! The governing body is chaired by a flipping dictator for crying out loud!!! This game is so corrupt it's just pathetic, i dispair!! 😠