When can a party withdraw from a competition contract before starting?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Racing and Archery

Book 58 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

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Before commencing the competition, either contracting party has the right to unilaterally terminate the contract (*faskh*). Furthermore, if one party wishes to increase or decrease the terms of the competition, the other party is not obligated to agree.