What type of penalty is given for serious rules violations such as marked cards?

In the context of serious rules violations, such as having marked cards, a disqualification is the appropriate penalty. This is due to the severe nature of the infraction, which is considered a significant breach of the integrity of the game. Marked cards can provide an unfair advantage and compromise the level playing field that is essential in competitive environments.

Disqualification is the most severe penalty that can be imposed during a tournament. It generally means that the player is removed from the event and is no longer eligible to continue participating in the tournament, typically due to actions that significantly undermine the fairness and integrity of the competition.

Other penalties like warnings, game losses, or match losses are usually reserved for less serious infractions. Warnings are given for minor mistakes, game losses can occur for infractions during a specific game, and match losses may apply when a player fails to meet certain tournament requirements or is found to be in violation during that match. However, with marked cards, the situation is viewed with utmost seriousness, warranting disqualification to maintain the integrity of the game for all participants.