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05/02/2024

2nd Sheffield Chess Centre Rapidplay

Sunday 18th February 2024 (U2000/U1500)

 

Jonathan Arnott is running a second rapidplay event.

 

Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/233596329902363

Downloadable entry form is available here.

 

The following is part of the info on the downloadable entry form.

 

 

5-Round Swiss, 20 mins/game + 5 second increment. Entry fee £20 (non ECF members £29)

 

Prizes in each section:

1st prize:

£120

2nd prize:

£60

3rd prize:

£30

& rating prizes

TBC

 

Round 1: 12pm

Round 2: 1:15pm

Round 3: 2:30pm

Round 4: 3:45pm

Round 5: 5pm

 

·                 Paid-up SASCA / Sheffield Chess Centre members may deduct £5 from their entry fee.

·                 The organisers may exercise their right to reduce the prize fund in the event of under 30 entries.

·                 Entries on a first come, first serve basis.

·                 ECF rapidplay ratings from February 2024 will be used (full Standardplay will be preferred to no/provisional Rapid rating) to confirm sections.

·                 Players can enter any eligible section. Unrated players provide evidence of playing strength if not entering the top section, and will be assigned a section at the organisers’ discretion.

·                 Some refreshments will be available to purchase on the day.

·                 Free parking is available in the Furniture Warehouse car park (limited) or on street.

·                 In all matters the organisers’ decision is final.