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Subject: Re: HandiCapping The WCCM2000

Author: James T. Walker

Date: 10:25:53 08/15/00

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On August 15, 2000 at 12:29:13, Mogens Larsen wrote:

>On August 15, 2000 at 12:14:14, Alvaro Rodriguez wrote:
>
>>My prediction: TOP 5 !! 1. Chesstiger 2. Crafty 3. Shredder 4. Fritz 5. Rebel
>>
>>I think Nimzo and Junior will do good also, and can fight for a top place..
>>
>>I agree, it would be great if ferret played, but can`t get them all, can we?
>>
>>Regards,
>>Alvaro
>
>Given that the championship is settled with a 9 round Swiss format, luck will be
>a big factor. Too big IMHO. Round robin should be the minimal format, but I
>guess time is a factor.
>
>Best wishes...
>Mogens

Hello Mogens,
I think in any contest of less than 100 games LUCK will be a big factor.
I've seen too many comp/comp contest where in a short match you get very
unexpected results.  It will be very interesting but will not necessarily have
the best program win.
Jim



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