The Chicken Chess Club #32 - MrDodgy Invitational, Tata Steel India, FIDE FIDE FIDE & Waxed Balls
Nov 30, 2022
The hosts dive into the complexities of balancing chess, life, and motivation, sharing personal insights. They explore the intriguing MrDodgy Invitational and the culture of online blitz games. Anecdotes about waxing and grooming add humor. In-depth discussions on anti-cheating measures and privacy highlight the chess community's concerns. They also analyze the political landscape of FIDE, including leadership changes and the impact of sanctions on Russian players. The episode wraps up with player nominations for 'chicken' for skipping key events.
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Twitter Can Create Major Chess Events
- Peter and Jan praised MrDodgy as an influential, fictional-tournament organizer born from a Twitter chat.
- They find it remarkable that a Twitter account can drive high-profile, widely viewed chess events.
Getting Flagged Online Felt Personal
- Laurent recounted getting dirty-flagged multiple times in MrDodgy events and named players who seemed to enjoy it.
- He felt annoyed by opponents visibly celebrating flag wins in online events.
Run Respectful, Private Security Checks
- Players should accept polite, private anti-cheating checks and organisers should ensure respectful procedures.
- Do require privacy and communication to avoid disrupting games while still deterring cheating.