The Oklahoma Chess Association wishes to thank Michael Bay for hosting our annual blitz championships once again (seventh time!) this year.

 

This is an Oklahoma state championship event. Players from other states are welcome to join us & compete for cash awards; titles & plaques are for Oklahoma residents only. 
 

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View entries here

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Format: Swiss, 7 double rounds

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Time control: Game/3;+2 (Game in three minutes with a two-second increment)

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Schedule: Onsite registration 9:30–10 a.m. Round one at 10:30. Back-to-back rounds with a break for lunch. Nearby lunch options include Manvel Avenue Coffee Co., Boomerang Diner, and Giorgio’s Pizzeria. Here’s a map. 

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Sections: Championship (Open), Reserve (U1600), Amateur (U1000)
US Chess regular ratings used for section & pairing purposes.

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Prizes: Plaques will be awarded to Oklahoma resident division champions. Championship winner $200 guaranteed. Other cash prize estimates (based on 30 paid entries): 

 

Open 2nd $100, 3rd $50
Reserve 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
Novice 1st $75​

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Tiebreaks for first place only*:

1. Head-to-head results

2. G/5 blitz match

3. Armageddon
    

*Tiebreaks are for titles & trophies only. Cash prizes are not affected by tiebreaks.

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Equipment: Sets and clocks are provided.

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Entry: $30 online by October 30 (See the link below.) After October 30: $40. Free advance entry for Masters+ with EF deducted from prizes. Onsite registration ($40) from 9:30 to 10 a.m.​​

 

Official US Chess blitz rules will be used. We encourage all players to read them before the tournament. 
 

 Register here! ​

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Questions? Send an email to td@oklahomachess.org or call (405) 642-6136.

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