Gavin Haydn’s Memorial Checkmate Open 2022

Updated July 3rd, 2022

Gavin Haydn

This year’s Checkmate Championships are dedicated to the memory of Gavin Haydn. A loyal and highly regarded member of the Adelaide chess community.

In a first, both the Checkmate Open and Challengers will be FIDE Rated. And will boast a prize pool of $3,000; donated on behalf of Gavin from friends, family, and the Junior Chess League.

This event runs alongside the Gavin Haydn’s Checkmate Challengers 2022.

When:	Friday 15th to Sunday 17th of July, 2022.
Venue:	Chess Centre of South Australia 10 Ranelagh Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
Limited Spacing:	First 80 entries in the Checkmate events are guaranteed.
Entry Fee:	Adult – $100 Concession – $80 (Seniors, Juniors, Students, Unemployed). Free entry to W/GM and W/IM applicants
Format:	6 rounds, Swiss System. FIDE rated. FIDE Rules apply.
Time Control	90 Minutes + 30 Seconds a move
Round Times:	Friday: 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
	Players may request up to ONE half point bye in Rounds 1 – 5 with prior approval from the arbiter.
Prizes:	1st: $600 2nd: $450 3rd: $300 Top Junior: $150 Rating Performance: $150 Rating Bracket: $150
Contact:	Enquiries to tournaments@sachess.org.au

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