OVERVIEW
The 2024 FREE $2,000 Blitz is a 6 round US Chess and FIDE Blitz-rated event held alongside the US Masters and NC Open. This event is open to everyone but is free for those playing in the US Masters or NC Open.
WHEN
Saturday, November 30
WHERE
The Westin Charlotte
601 S College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
HOTEL BOOKING
The Westin Charlotte - Host Hotel
$129/Night - King and 2 Queen Options
Booking link - Book by November 12
PARKING
$45 overnight valet, $35 overnight self
The CCC is working on nearby parking options, more to be posted soon.
SCHEDULE
Register on-site by 8:45pm. Entries after 8:45 receive a round 1 bye.
Blitz round 1 starts 9:00pm, rounds 2-6 are ASAP.
Tournament ends around 11pm.
REGISTRATION
Open to all players.
On-Site Registration Only, Saturday 4:00-8:45pm.
No online or emailed registration.
TIME CONTROL
G/3, increment 2
SECTIONS AND PRIZES
$2,000 GUARANTEED PRIZE FUND
Championship (2000+) - FIDE Blitz Rated
$600 – $300 – $160 – $100
Top U2450 USCF: $80
Top U2300 USCF: $60
Top U2150 USCF: $60
Under 2000 Section – FIDE Blitz Rated
$250 – $150 – $80
Top U1700: $40
Top U1500: $40
Top U1300: $40
Top U1100 or Unrated: $40
ENTRY FEE
Free Entry for players in the US Masters, NC Open, or K-8 Scholastic.
Other Players: $40
CONTACT
General inquiries – events@charlottechesscenter.org
SPECIAL NOTES
Please read Terms and Conditions and Fair Play Policy
Blitz tournament is US Chess Blitz rated and FIDE Blitz rated - US Chess Membership required.
Boards, sets, clocks provided (must use our equipment)
November US Chess regular ratings used for pairings and prizes in all sections.
By registering for or attending this event, players and guests grant permission to CCC to take and use photographs and video for purposes related to the event.