If time is called during setup for game 3 (after a 1-1 split), does the match end in a draw or do players play game 3 with 5 turns?

Ruling: If time is called while players are between games (during setup for game 3), no new game is started and the match ends in a draw.

Nuances:

• A game has not begun until turns actually start, not during setup
• If there are several minutes remaining when game 2 ends 1-1, players should still start game 3 and proceed to turns if time runs out
• Players should be mindful of pace of play throughout the match
• Conceding drawn-out games can be a reasonable strategy to preserve time