Event Format

Individual & Age-Group Event

This 7 rounds nationally rated chess tournament is open to all players:
  • FIDE chess rules and regulations apply
  • The SWISS Manager program will be used for pairings
  • Time control will be 25 minutes to finish
  • Tie Break in sequence: (1) PE (Where applicable) (2) SOLKOFF (3) SB (4) CUMULATIVE
  • The decision made by the Chief Arbiter will be final  

Blitz Event

This event encompasses 9 rounds without break starting at 2.00p.m. on Sunday 8th May 2016. 
  • Time control will be 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • FIDE BLITZ rules apply
  • The SWISS Manager program will be used for pairings
  • The decision made by the Chief Arbiter will be final 

Schedule