You can make a n-round norm in a (n+x)-round event by removing x wins. Having removed these wins, you still have to meet the nationality criteria, if they apply. Of course, n must be greater than or equal to 9 if the event isn't one mentioned in 1.41b.Roger de Coverly wrote:Do the rules allow for a 9 round norm from rounds 4 to 13? I cannot recall ever seeing this mentioned, although a norm for rounds 1-9 of a longer tournament is commonplace.
You could make a 9-round norm from rounds 5-13 if the results in rounds 1-4 were wins.