Rules

What is a draw offer in chess?

  • Rules
  • Legality
  • Result

A draw offer is a proposal to end the game peacefully. Before offering or accepting, judge the position honestly: who is better, who has risk, and whether either side can make progress.

What to look for on the board

  • Whether the move is legal.
  • Whether the rule changes the result.
  • Whether a special case applies.

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