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Swiss System Format
This tournament uses a 7-round Swiss format. Players will be matched against opponents with similar scores each round. No byes will be issued for the first two rounds.
- Time Control: 5 minutes + 3-second increment per move
- Pairings will use advanced tiebreaks: Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger
- Minimum 15-minute gap between rounds for analysis & recovery
- Draw offers allowed after move 15. No draw offers before move 15.
Prize Distribution
Prizes are awarded based on final standings and tiebreaks. All payouts are processed within 7 days via PayPal or Crypto.
- 🥇 1st Place: $1,500 + Championship Title Badge
- 🥈 2nd Place: $1,000
- 🥉 3rd Place: $750
- 4th-10th: $100 each
Tournament Rules & Conduct
By registering, you agree to adhere to strict anti-cheat measures and forum conduct guidelines.
- AI assistance, engine use, or external communication during games is strictly prohibited
- Players must keep cameras on if requested by moderators
- Unsportsmanlike conduct results in immediate disqualification
- Abandoning a game results in a forfeit and potential rating penalty
- Disputes must be filed within 24 hours of tournament completion
Need Help?
Our moderation team is available to assist with registration issues, pairing disputes, or technical problems.
- 📧 Email: support@chessmasterforum.com
- 💬 Live Chat: Available in the Forum #tournament-support channel
- 📋 FAQ: See below for common questions
Early Leaderboard (Mock Preview)
| Rank | Player | Rating | Wins | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GM GM_WhitePawn | 2680 | 7 | 7.0 |
| 2 | IM IM_BlitzKing | 2510 | 6 | 6.0 |
| 3 | CM CM_EndgamePro | 2340 | 6 | 6.0 |
| 4 | FM FM_RookieSlayer | 2290 | 5 | 5.5 |
| 5 | -- KnightRider_99 | 1850 | 5 | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You must have an active ChessMaster Forum account to register. Accounts created within the last 7 days require manual verification for anti-cheat compliance.
If you reconnect within 5 minutes, the game will resume. Beyond that, you may forfeit. We recommend using a stable wired connection and keeping the tab active.
This event is free to join. The prize pool is fully sponsored by our partners. Future events may introduce entry fees with a percentage going to charity.
We use standard Swiss tiebreaks: 1. Cumulative Buchholz, 2. Sonneborn-Berger, 3. Head-to-head. Detailed tiebreak breakdowns will be published post-event.