If you play UK backgammon or UK online backgammon, it’s important to play by the rules – the written rules in the game manual as well as the unwritten (formally, at least) laws of the players’ code of conduct.The fastest way to lose ground in a potential game play opportunity is to show that you are unaware of the basic rules of gambling etiquette, especially those that relate to this particular game. Here are some common mistakes that many players make:1. Being rude or crude – no matter how tempting it is, it’s absolutely crucial that you resist the urge to make side comments about the progression of the game (this is especially true if and when you are in the middle of a game!) Commenting about your luck, or your opponent’s luck, is rude within the course of the game and should be avoided at all costs2. Overbetting or underbetting – every bettor has their good and bad days; it’s natural for your “luck” (i.e. the odds) to fluctuate a little bit, and part of gambling is, by definition, losing. BUT, it’s important to examine your betting habits as a whole. Underbettors are pessimists, and many players avoid these types of opponents because of their negative attitudes. Overbettors, on the other hand, are tricky for the opposite reason: unpredictability.3. Fidgeting, rushing, or distracting your opponent – there’s no better way to express this sentiment than: be respectful. Follow the golden rule and treat others how you would like to be treated.