Karpov vs. Seirawan Match

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The Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis is proud to host former World Champion GM Anatoly Karpov in a special match against legendary GM Yasser Seirawan.

The two will face off June 9-13 in a unique competition that will test their classical chess skills along with their abilities at both blitz and rapid play.

Tourney Format:

• Two Classical: 90 minutes for the first 40 moves followed by 30 minutes for the rest of the game with an addition of a 30-second increment per move starting from move one
  • Each Classical game is worth two points.
• Two Rapid: 25 minutes plus a five-second increment
  • Each Rapid game is worth two points.
• Ten Blitz: Five minutes plus a two-second increment
  • Each Blitz game is worth one point.

Prize Fund:

• 1st Place: $10,000
• 2nd Place: $7,000

The Opening Ceremony for the event will take place on June 9 and will feature a special Book Signing Event for fans and spectators! Check the club store to buy your copies today!

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