The Show Me Classic

The Show Me Classic is a premier chess event featuring a 5-round Swiss System tournament with two sections. The Open Section is FIDE rated, while the U1800 section welcomes players with a US Chess rating under 1800. Taking place from May 31 to June 2, 2024, in the Maryland Ballroom of the Chase Park Plaza Hotel, the Show Me Classic offers a total prize fund of $4,200.

Format5 round Swiss System. Two sections (Open & U1800).
Date(s)May 31 - June 2
TimeFriday 6:30 PM
Saturday noon and 5:00 PM
Sunday noon and 5:00 PM
LocationMaryland Ballroom, Chase Park Plaza Hotel
RegistrationSpace is limited to 120 participants
Entry Fee$100 (Free for GMs & IMs by May 15 as space allows)
Time ControlG/90 + 30 increment
Prizes

Open Section

  • 1st: $1,000
  • 2nd: $600
  • 3rd: $400
  • U2300: $300
  • U2100: $200
  • U1900: $200

Under 1800 Section

  • 1st: $500
  • 2nd: $300
  • 3rd: $200
  • U1500: $200
  • U1300: $200
  • U1000/Unrated: $100
Rating & MembershipOpen section is FIDE rated. Both sections US Chess rated. Both Club and US Chess memberships required.
ByesOne half point bye is available if requested when registering or before registration ends by emailing [email protected].
Information[email protected]

Registration

  • The open section is FIDE rated, and any player may compete in the open section.

  • The U1800 section open to any player with a US Chess rating under 1800 as of May 1, 2024.

  • Green Card Holder

  • O-1 visa, H-1B visa

  • as defined by the IRS

To view the Club's policy, click here.

Billing Information

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover

Location Information

  • Chase Park Plaza Hotel, Maryland Ballroom
  • 212 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63108 US
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