Time Controls
What does time delay mean in chess?
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In chess, time delay refers to a time control that makes it possible for a player to avoid having an ever-decreasing amount of time remaining (as is the case with sudden death). The most important time delays in chess are Bronstein delay and Fischer delay.
Time delay FAQ
What does time delay mean in chess?
In chess, time delay refers to a time control that makes it possible for a player to avoid having an ever-decreasing amount of time remaining (as is the case with sudden death). The most important time delays in chess are Bronstein delay and Fischer delay.
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