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GM Ben Finegold's Expert Factory
What is it?
Ten (10) Class A players will square off in a USCF-rated three-round Swiss tournament. The games will be G/75 with a five-second delay. Between the rounds, all games will be analyzed in the classroom by GM Ben Finegold. Strong players will get stronger and advance toward achieving an expert rating.
Are there prizes?
The aim of the event is rapid improvement. In addition to the three grandmaster analysis sessions, all players will receive a pgn file with their games annotated by GM Finegold a few days after the tournament. The overall winner will receive an additional free one-hour private lesson.
When?
Saturday, September 25
Rounds begin at 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
How do I sign up?
Ten slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Players rated 1800-1999, or juniors rated 1700+, are eligible. The entry fee is $50. Register by phone or at the front counter. Club membership and e-mail address are required. 314.361.CHESS (2437)
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