Join Us for the 2024 John Purdy Memorial Open! 

Get ready for an exciting chess event at Norths Chess Club as we kick off the 2024 John Purdy Memorial Open!  This prestigious tournament is ACF and FIDE rated and promises intense competition across nine rounds.

 Dates: Tuesdays from 3 September to 5 November
(Note: 5 November is reserved as a spare session in case of venue availability issues.)

Before we dive into the main event, don’t miss the Purdy Blitz on 27 August, a perfect warm-up for the tournament!

Tournament Details:
– Purdy Major: For players rated over 1200. Time control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment per move from move 1.
– Purdy Minor: For players rated under 1400. Time control: 60 minutes + 30 seconds increment per move from move 1.
– Players rated between 1200 and 1400 may choose either tournament. Under 1200 players who scored at least 66% in the 2024 Winter Classic Minor may enter the Major.

Prizes:
Major Division:
– 1st: $1000, 2nd: $500, 3rd: $250
– Rating Groups A & B: 1st $100, 2nd $50
– The highest placed Norths member will be awarded the title of John Purdy Memorial Champion.

Minor Division:
– 1st: $500, 2nd: $250, 3rd: $125
– Rating Group A: 1st $100, 2nd $50
– Unrated: 1st $50

Entry Fees:
– Norths Chess Club Members: $30
– Non-members: $40
– Late entries add $10
– Free for GM, WGM, IM, WIM

Eligibility:
– Non-Australian citizens or permanent residents must have a FIDE ID.
– Adult players must be members of or have paid a Registered Player Fee to the NSWCA.
– Juniors (under 18) must be members of the NSWJCL.
– Interstate players must be members of the equivalent State or Territory Association.

Important Notes:
– Entry Deadline: Entries must be received by Sunday, 1 September. Late entries are at the discretion of the arbiter and may not be included in the first round draw.
– Half-point Byes: Up to two half-point byes are permitted in rounds 1-7.
– Forfeits: Arriving more than one hour late will result in a forfeit. Repeated forfeits may lead to removal from the tournament.
– Electronic Devices: Must be completely switched off unless permission is granted by the arbiter.

Register Now: Don’t miss your chance to compete in this exciting event! 
Let’s make this year’s John Purdy Memorial Open a tournament to remember! See you at the board!