BayAreaChess x CalChess Rapid G/10 d2 @ Milpitas (Sep 20-21, 2025)

Sonesta Silicon Valley Event Center
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Event Overview

Jump into fast-paced action at the CalChess Rapid! This USCF-rated event blends speed and strategy, offering players of all levels a fun, competitive challenge alongside the main championship.

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:

  • CalChess Rapid u1000:
    • Time Control: G/10 d2
    • Round Times: Sat, 9/20 - 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. (Rolling schedule)
      (Mandatory check-in by 5:30 p.m.)
  • CalChess Rapid 1000+:
    • Time Control: G/10 d2
    • Round Times: Sun, 9/21 - 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (Rolling schedule)
      (Mandatory check-in by 6:30 p.m.)

Sections:

  • CalChess Rapid u1000:
    • 600-999
    • u600
  • CalChess Rapid 1000+:
    • MXA (1800+)
    • BC (1400-1799)
    • DE (1000-1399)

Prizes:

  • CalChess Rapid u1000:
    • 6 BA€oins per point
  • CalChess Rapid 1000+:
    • $1,000 b/53
    • In each section, 1st place: $150, 2nd place: $50. More info available here.

Fees:

  • Entry fee
    • CalChess Rapid u1000: $33
    • CalChess Rapid 1000+: $37
      • Rapid 1000+ playup: +$19
  • 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

Organizer Overview

BayAreaChess
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