1. Leeds, England
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    09 May '03 22:24
    I have checked out the FAQ and I cannot see if there is any advantage in playing Black if you are only interested in points. (That does not describe me actually)
    I always thought Black is at a small disadvantage and yet from how the ratings appear to work on RHP that is not so

    Can anyone clarify please

    Thanks John
  2. Donationbelgianfreak
    stitching you up
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    10 May '03 10:10
    There's a supposed advantage in playing white simply because you get to move first - if you're that good. You might be, I'm not & I find that playing black just makes me play a different style of game at the begining.
    Basically, the advantage of being white is so small that unless your above a certain level you'll lose it fairly fast. If it's a problem for you, always start games in pairs.
  3. Leeds, England
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    11 May '03 06:56
    It certainly isn't a problem. Actually my stats show that I have had better results as Black. I think that is because you are on the defensive in the opening game and white has to make the firts move out of that phase, which often leads to a mistake

    John

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