Inspiration Chess Tournament

INSPIRATION CHESS TOURNAMENT
17 September, Tuesday
Hungarian National Gallery, Dome

11:00 - 14:00 CEST

We look forward to seeing you at the tournament tables of the world's most colorful chess festival! Enjoy the game, be inspired, and inspire others! Giving is just as good as receiving.

The Judit Polgar Chess Foundation is pleased to announce the Inspiration Chess Tournament! The event will take place at the 10th Judit Polgar Global Chess Festival at the Hungarian National Gallery, in the spirit of fair play, in a friendly atmosphere and environment where participants can gain new experiences and make new friends.

Registration will take place on-site on the day of the tournament, following prior registration.

Pre-registration is CLOSED.

Chess is for everyone, and the Global Chess Festival organized by the Judit Polgar Chess Foundation is for everyone: those who are already fans of chess and those who soon will be. In this spirit and true to the Foundation's mission, we warmly welcome all competitors! Participation is FREE for everyone!

📅 Date: September 17, 2024 (Tuesday)
📍 Venue: Dome of the Hungarian National Gallery, 1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2.

On-site registration: until 10:45 AM
Round 1: 11:00 AM; Round 2: 11:30 PM; Round 3: 12:00 PM; Round 4: 12:30 PM; Round 5: 1:00 PM; Round 6: 1:30 PM
Planned Award Ceremony: 3:00 PM

Who can participate in the tournament?
The tournament is open to unranked players and those with a maximum of 2000 blitz ELO points (according to the FIDE blitz ranking list). No competition license is required for participation.

Tournament Rules
Format: 6-round Swiss system according to FIDE blitz rules.
Time control: 8 minutes per player + 3 seconds bonus per move.
Tie-break rules: Result against each other 2. Modified Buchholz 3. Berger calculation
FIDE rules apply.

Prizes
● All participants will receive a certificate.
● The top six finishers will receive gift packages.
● Special motivational prizes: