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Trans teen’s chess win in Germany prompts backlash (www.advocate.com)

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Chess "is diverse and inclusive," the German Chess Federation said in rejecting calls for a ban on trans competitors.

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[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I'm not fond of self-marginalizing. So maybe some of us are uncomfortable. Some men will be, too. Maybe individuals are capable of self-regulating if empowered to do that. I'm sure some chuds will throw a tantrum. Block and parry, so to speak.

[–] AlataOrange@lemmy.blahaj.zone 7 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Then play in an open tournament?

[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 0 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Sure

[–] AlataOrange@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 points 1 week ago

I'm being genially serious, find a local club and give it a try, you might find you enjoy it. Or you could try playing on chess.com for an even easier entry they also have computer opponents of various skill levels if you feel intimidated by having a human opponent to begin