PNWCC FIDE Masters - Artist Point (OTB)

By Pacific Northwest Chess Center | Thu, Sep 02 2021 19:00, Pacific Daylight Time | Completed


General Information
Name PNWCC FIDE Masters - Artist Point (OTB) [Completed]
Organizer Pacific Northwest Chess Center [Email : pnwchesscenter@gmail.com Phone : 4258028602]
Event Time Zone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Dates Thursday, September 2, 2021 7:00 PM ~ Monday, September 6, 2021 12:00 AM
Registration Deadline Thursday, September 2, 2021 12:00 PM
Event Address Map pin 2771 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA, USA, 98052
Hotel Reservation https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1627406882713&key=GRP
Require Check In Yes [Check-In Phrase : I know this is a over-the-board tournament in PNWCC which is just moved to Redmond - 2771 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052. I have no COVID-19 symptoms and will wear masks all the time during the tournament.]
USCF Membership Must not expire before event ends
Event Details
Format OTB (Over the Board)
Event Type Open
Pairing Rule Swiss
Rounds 9 [Each sections may have different number of rounds]
Half-Point Byes 0 Allowed [Each section may have different number of HPB's]
Time Control Classical [G/90;+30]
Rating Type FIDE
FIDE Event Link https://ratings.fide.com/tournament_information.phtml?event=262953
Norm Event Yes
Total Seats 72
Prize Fund $0 [USD - US Dollar]
Flyer Link https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ODOLVXtw-G8YyvQKkot8WZG8yKKIAlzdIBwhGI9Byw4/edit?usp=sharing
Live Game https://www.pnwchesscenter.org/
Pairing & Results https://www.pnwchesscenter.org/
Zoom and Skype
Skype Group
https://join.skype.com/09ylvBCdkrQB
Event Description
A PNWCC Over-the-Board FIDE rated 9-round Swiss tournament with time control G/90;+30 in two sections :
1. Artist Point is for players with FIDE 2300+ rating which gives a very realistic chance for IM/GM norms
2. Picture Lake is for players with USCF 2000+ rating.
Play up is very limited. We offer conditions for foreign GM's. Check flyer for detail.

Schedule :
R1 - 9/2 07:00 PM PDT
R2 - 9/3 11:00 AM PDT
R3 - 9/3 06:00 PM PDT
R4 - 9/4 11:00 AM PDT
R5 - 9/4 06:00 PM PDT
R6 - 9/5 11:00 AM PDT
R7 - 9/5 06:00 PM PDT
R8 - 9/6 10:00 AM PDT
R9 - 9/6 05:00 PM PDT

Prizes are nominal and awarded for Artist Point section to top 6 finishers - $500 - $400 - $300 - $200 - $200 - $200
Prizes for Picture Lake - $1000 - $750 - $500 - $350 - $300 - $200

Check-In phrase -
I know this is a over-the-board tournament in PNWCC which is just moved to Redmond - 2771 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052. I have no COVID-19 symptoms and will wear masks all the time during the tournament.

Misc Info: Our tournament is limited to 60 players in two sections with very limited play up If we have huge interest in this event by 8/2, we will negotiate with the hotel to get their conference room so we can accommodate more players.
If seats are all sold out, or play up seats are filled, you can register the waiting list section - $50 to show your earnest.
If we can’t expand the capacity of the event (decision to expand will be made by 8/2), we will refund your entry fee
If we can accommodate you, and you decline our offer, $50 is non-refundable
Sections and Entry Fees
0 Rounds | 0 Byes | Classical Time Control [G/90;+30] | USCF+FIDE Rated | RR Pairing | 1 Seats
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Must be a TD ]
9 Rounds | 2 Byes | Classical Time Control [G/90;+30] | FIDE Rated | Swiss Pairing | 30 Seats
FIDE rating will be used for pairing. Section is both USCF and FIDE rated.
Prizes are nominal and award to the top 6 finishers $500 - $400 - $300 - $200 - $200 - $200
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 8/19/2021 12:00:00 AM FIDE Title = GM ]
$0.00 [ FIDE Standard Rating 2400 - 9999 & FIDE Title = IM & Is Foreign Player ]
$400.00 [ FIDE Standard Rating 2300 - 9999 ]
Play Up : 2 - FIDE 2200 Play Up | 4 Seats
Entry Fees
$475.00 [ Before 8/19/2021 12:00:00 AM FIDE Standard Rating 2200 - 2299 ]
$525.00 [ FIDE Standard Rating 2200 - 2249 ]
Play Up : 3 - FIDE 2100 Play Up | 3 Seats
Entry Fees
$525.00 [ Before 8/19/2021 12:00:00 AM FIDE Standard Rating 2100 - 2299 ]
$575.00 [ FIDE Standard Rating 2100 - 2299 ]
Play Up : 4 - U2100 Play up | 1 Seats
Entry Fees
$625.00 [ Before 8/19/2021 12:00:00 AM FIDE Standard Rating 0 - 2099 ]
$675.00 [ FIDE Standard Rating 0 - 2299 ]
9 Rounds | 2 Byes | Classical Time Control [G/90;+30] | USCF+FIDE Rated | Swiss Pairing | 0 Seats
USCF Rating must be U2400. USCF rating will be used for pairing. Section is both USCF and FIDE rated.
$1000 - $500 - $300 - $250 - $200 based on 20 paid players
Entry Fees (USD)
$153.00 [ USCF Regular Rating 2000 - 2399 & PNWCC 6-Month Membership (Gold) ]
$180.00 [ USCF Regular Rating 2000 - 2399 ]
Play Up : A+Playup | 6 Seats
Entry Fees
$200.00 [ USCF Regular Rating 1800 - 1999 & PNWCC 6-Month Membership (Gold) ]
Play Up : B+Playup | 4 Seats
Entry Fees
$240.00 [ USCF Regular Rating 1600 - 1999 & PNWCC 6-Month Membership (Gold) ]
Play Up : U1600Playup | 2 Seats
Entry Fees
$280.00 [ USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1999 & PNWCC 6-Month Membership (Gold) ]