ECF and the World Championship Match ?

Debate directly related to English Chess Federation matters.
Kevin Thurlow
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Re: ECF and the World Championship Match ?

Post by Kevin Thurlow » Fri Nov 09, 2018 9:41 am

"The objection only really comes up in regard to the British Championships (there is one particularly vociferous poster on the Chess Heaven facebook page) and my point is that the British is ultimately financed by all English chess players who should have an equal chance to play in it, not just those in London. Personally I would have no objection to a London British but I would object if it was always in London"

My post was regarding the formation of BCF and the biannual meetings. Hull did a great job of the British this year, (apart from the weather!) and obviously all members should have an equal chance to play in it, if they are allowed to qualify. The British is never near London.

Anyway, lets hope the 2 Cs provide some interesting chess for us to enjoy.

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IM Jack Rudd
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Re: ECF and the World Championship Match ?

Post by IM Jack Rudd » Fri Nov 09, 2018 1:27 pm

If you use travelling time as a metric, the British is about as near to London next year as it is to me.