What if threefold repetition occurs in WCC 2018?

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It is not allowed to draw till move 30. Are the players forced to find another moves in case of threefold repetition?

Evargalo · Accepted Answer · 2018-11-22 16:31:51Z

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Draw by mutual agreement is not allowed before move 30. But a draw by threefold repetition can be claimed at any point if it occurs.

answered Nov 22, 2018 at 16:31

Evargalo

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And a stale-mate would also be allowed ...
– Hagen von Eitzen
Nov 22, 2018 at 22:34
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...and the players can agree on a draw at any time if the arbiter allows it.
– TonyK
Nov 25, 2018 at 21:14

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