"Game divided into periods called chukkers" NYT crossword answer is:
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A chukker is a period of time in a game of polo. It is typically seven and a half minutes long and is used to divide the game into manageable sections. During a chukker, teams will switch sides of the field and the players will have a short break to rest and change horses. The game is typically divided into six chukkers, with a halftime break between the third and fourth chukkers.