Nagan-4
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It's good that this issue came up now, and not half a month before the finals.
I'll try to explain it in detail.
1. I definitely have to hold the tournament in May. I bought a prize for the winner – a crossbow, comparable in price to a good hunting rifle, plus a cup.
Besides the money, I spent time negotiating with people. In the end, I have obligations to the club, with which I agreed to hold a large tournament.
2. I respect the opinion of all players. I cannot force anyone to come to my city for the finals, from St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, etc.; it's entirely voluntary.
3. I spoke with Peterius. He can't play on May 1st, and we were planning to travel to the finals by car with all the players from Ukraine.
4. We can find a solution that suits everyone, the main thing is to avoid unnecessary arguments.
Indeed, let each of the finalists write where they can play.
For example, if 10-11 people vote for Michurinsk, I will have room for maneuver – including holding an additional qualifying round with other players (there are such players). Also, following the advice of Vik and Pavel Dubrovin, we can hold a qualifying round online. And there are other unfulfilled ideas.
At the same time, the players who are gathering in Hurghada can also hold their own tournament.
I am confident that this arrangement will satisfy all parties.