Baku Olympiad

[David G Congalton]

There are special rules for certain titles at certain events.

https://www.fide.com/fide/handbook.html?...ew=article

FIDE Title Regulations effective from 1 July 2014

Direct title (automatic title) is a title gained by achieving a certain place or result in a tournament. For example, winning, or achieving a result ≥50 percent in a tournament. On application by the player’s federation and confirmation by the QC, such titles are awarded automatically by FIDE.

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The Award of Titles

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Titles may be awarded for specific results in specific Championship events, or are awarded on achieving a rating as laid down in these regulations. Such titles are confirmed by the QC Chairman on advice from the FIDE Office. They are then awarded by FIDE.

Direct Title criteria can be found here https://www.fide.com/fide/handbook.html?...ew=article

Both Ali and Kathleen met the criteria. Congratulations to both and the rest of the team on their excellent performances. They all played their part.