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In blitz chess, if a game ends in a draw, the outcome follows standard chess rules, but there are specific scenarios depending on the format of the tournament or match. Here’s what happens in different situations:
1. Regular Tournament Play:
- Point Distribution: Just like in classical chess, when a blitz game ends in a draw, both players receive half a point (0.5 points each). This draw result is recorded and factored into their overall standings in the tournament.
- Tie-Break Scenarios: If players finish with the same number of points in the tournament (after multiple rounds), tie-breaks such as Sonneborn-Berger, direct encounter, or blitz playoffs might be used to determine final rankings.
2. Blitz Playoff or Knockout Matches:
- Sudden Death/Armageddon: If the draw happens during a knockout or playoff scenario, such as in a championship or important match, a special type of game called “Armageddon” is often used to break the tie. In Armageddon:
- White gets more time (typically 5 minutes), and Black gets less time (usually 4 minutes).
- However, in case of a draw, Black is declared the winner. This time imbalance creates extra pressure on White to win the game outright.
3. FIDE Rules for Blitz:
- No Draw Offer Before 30 Moves: In some high-level blitz chess tournaments, especially those governed by FIDE, players are not allowed to offer a draw before move 30. This encourages players to fight for a win and avoid early draw agreements.
In short, when a blitz chess game ends in a draw, both players typically get half a point each in standard tournament settings. But in knockout or championship matches, the draw may lead to an additional deciding game like Armageddon to determine a winner.
