Sonesta Silicon Valley Event Center
Event Overview
Test your speed and sharpen your instincts at the BayAreaChess Open Blitz! This fast-paced USCF-rated event promises thrilling rounds and tough competition to all players.
Register here
- You must log in or sign up before you can register.
- Online registration closes at 12:00 a.m. the day of the tournament.
Schedule:
- Time Control: G/3 d2
- Round Times: Sun, 8/3 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Rolling schedule)
(Mandatory check-in by 6:15 p.m.)
Sections:
- Players will be placed into groups of 6 based on October 2025 Published Supplement Blitz rating
(Note: If the number of players is indivisible by 6, a group can have up to 11 players)
Prizes:
- For every group, 1st place winners earn $60, 2nd place winners earn $40.
Fees:
- Entry fee: $33
- Discount for BayAreaChess Premium/Basic Members (More Info)
Other requirements:
- USCF membership must be active.
Address:
Sonesta Silicon Valley Event Center
1800 Barber Ln
Milpitas, CA 95035
United States
Sections:
Grand Prix Points:
Prize Fund:
FIDE Rated: No
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Residency Restriction: No
Online Event: No