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GMPatzer
GMPatzer
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Jun 7, 2019
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#1

Who is supposed to initiate the handshake after the game the winner or loser what about a draw?

IMKeto
IMKeto
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Jun 7, 2019
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#2

I don't think it matters.  Its simply a gesture of good sportsmanship.

GMPatzer
GMPatzer
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Jun 7, 2019
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#3

Okay what about mate or stalemate on the board? I've just always assumed the loser does but could be wrong?

GMPatzer
GMPatzer
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Jun 7, 2019
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Strangemover
Strangemover
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Jun 7, 2019
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#5

Whilst the handshake is almost universal, in Bulgaria it is customary to avoid eye contact and pretend to be doing something else before the game starts instead.