Is it unethical to not accept a rematch after going 1-1?

It is unethical to come on the forums and whine about the fact that others won't accept a rematch. When paired with you for a rated game, they are under ONE AND ONLY ONE OBLIGATION - to complete THAT GAME AND NO MORE! Nobody is required to give you a rematch!

What you're describing is someone trying to manipulate you and put pressure on you to obey them because they sense that after slipping up in the second game you could be a source of cheap points for them.

In general, if I win or lose I rarely accept rematches. If I've just won, there's a highly increased chance that they will try to get their revenge by beating me on time. Generally therefore I usually only accept rematches if I respect the way my opponent played. If they played a good game, slipped up and I won, they're less likely to play zer0-chess just to win on time in the second game. If they played badly in the first game and want a rematch, they are probably going to attempt to win on time and there's no need to accept a rematch. You slipping up and losing was a sign you could have been getting tired and it's a good idea to take a break at such a time.

What? Who gives a damn dude, you're playing a casual game, if you enjoyed playing, rematch, if you dont, just go for a new one. Chances are he will forget you and you him by next match

In brief: no.

I think it's possible that Thriller Fan used "you" to mean "them", which is normal in colloquial English. That's how I read his comment but taken literally, it means the opposite.

No its not

The ethics of not accepting a rematch after a 1-1 result can depend on context and the expectations of the players involved. In casual play, declining a rematch might be seen as unsporting, especially if both players were enjoying the competition. However, in more formal or time-constrained settings, it might be perfectly acceptable. Ultimately, clear communication about expectations and reasons for declining can help maintain good sportsmanship and mutual respect.

Well, "whining" is not exact. It's however a better description than "asking a question".

A proper description is: "ranting uncontrollably, insulting his opponent and the entire chess community in a foul language". That's very very far away from "asking a question".

I have a strong impression that you've only read the title, and not the actual opening post. Search for "aholes", and you'll find it.

That's extremely odd... I'd read that opening post three times looking for what people were objecting to, and none of the bad language was in there.

I just reread it, and, yes, I 100% see what you mean. Either my eyesight's going or it was some weird glitch...

This question was not that complicated to answer, nor does it require such a complex dialogue that journeys to meaningless pedantry, it simple terms NO ITS NOT!

I don't ever accept rematch in rated games.

No need to point out the first time. You did it again. Good job.

You either don't understand conditional statements or are very bad at understanding people. Show me the exact line that is insulting the entire playerbase.

I find rematches boring because I like variety.