Chapter
Changes in FIDE Rating System
37:03 - 43:44 (06:41)
The FIDE rating system for over the board chess had a change where players under 16 or 18 years old with a rating below 2300 had a rating change factor that was three to four times higher, resulting in a skewed ranking system.
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The FIDE over the board chess underwent a strange change where, if a player was under the age of 16 or 18 and had a rating below 2300, their rating change factor was three to four times higher.
37:03 - 41:45 (04:42)
Summary
The FIDE over the board chess underwent a strange change where, if a player was under the age of 16 or 18 and had a rating below 2300, their rating change factor was three to four times higher. This means that they could earn a higher rating with fewer games played than mature players with similar scores.
ChapterChanges in FIDE Rating System
Episode#327 – GothamChess: Hans Niemann, Magnus Carlsen, Cheating Scandal & Chess Bots
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcast discusses allegations of chess cheating through artificial inflation of player ratings, and how this can intensify the game for passionate players.
41:45 - 43:44 (01:58)
Summary
The podcast discusses allegations of chess cheating through artificial inflation of player ratings, and how this can intensify the game for passionate players. They also explore the factors that determine ELO ratings and the potential for backdoor dealings in the chess community.