Norths Rapid


Nine rounds: 2 Aug, Rds 1,2 and 3 | 9 Aug Rds 4, 5 and 6 | 16 Aug  Rds 7, 8 and 9. Play commences 7:30 pm. 

Congratulations to 2016 Rapid Champion Jason Hu and other placegetters.

1st: Jason Hu
=2nd: Thomas Xuan and Frank Hutchings
U2000 - 1700: Peter Abbott
U1700 - 1400: Michael Gong
U1400: Andy Coey



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Format: 9 rounds, Swiss pairing by Vega. Pairings and prizes based on ACF standard ratings. 

Time Control: All moves in 20 minutes + 10 seconds increment per move.

Rating: ACF standard ratings will be used for pairings and rating prizes. Results will be submitted for ACF Quick rating. 

Location: Norths, cnr Abbott & Palmer Streets, Cammeray.

Prizes: 1st - $250; 2nd - $150, 3rd - $100, Rating prizes: $80 each U2000–1700; U1700–1400; U1400. (Prize fund based on 40 entries)

Byes: Players may take up to two half-point byes in Rounds 1–7, but must advise the arbiter at least one round in advance (eg a request for a bye for Round 3 must be made to the arbiter before the start of Round 2). Players who join the tournament on the second night will start with 1/3.

Entry Fees: Norths Chess Club members $20; non-members $25.

Enquiries: northsydneychess@gmail.com or call 0431 234 741.

Entry: Using the on-line form below or download the PDF form for cash/cheque payment. Right of entry is reserved. 



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