The Steinitz-Menchik Classic 2024 is the upcoming chess tournament hosted by Calgary Chess Club, set to take place from May 31 to June 2, 2024. It's a 6-round Open Swiss format event that will be CFC & FIDE rated. Players will have a Game in 90 minutes time control with 30 seconds per move and a 30-minute break between games.
With a cap of 52 participants on a first-come basis, the tournament will have two sections: Premier for CFC Regular rating 1500 & up and Future Master for CFC Regular rating, Under 1300. The rounds will run from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, offering players a varied playing schedule.
To join in the tournament, participants must have a CFC membership, which can be easily obtained online. Membership fees range from $20 to $43 annually for adults and $10 to $28 for juniors. Proof of an updated CFC ID is required before the event to confirm registration. Prizes for the tournament will include entry fees minus administrative costs, ACA dues, payment processing fees, and potentially snacks for players.
For more details and to register for the Steinitz-Menchik Classic 2024, interested players can reach out to the event organizer, Sean Wu, via phone at 403-975-8331 or email at wuxiangyu06@gmail.com. The competition will be held at Calgary Chess Club's venue at 3359 27 St NE Suite 274 in Calgary, AB, Canada. Don't miss out on this exciting chess event!
