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Aug 2025 - Frank Marshall Tournament
Frank Marshall (1877–1944) was an American chess grandmaster renowned for his aggressive, tactical style and significant contributions to chess in the early 20th century. Born in New York City, he became one of the world's top players, competing in elite tournaments and challenging for the world championship in 1907 against Emanuel Lasker, though he lost decisively. Marshall's legacy includes his famous "Marshall Gambit" in the Ruy Lopez, a bold opening that reflects his attacking philosophy. He also founded the Marshall Chess Club in 1915, a hub for chess enthusiasts that remains influential today. His creative play and enduring impact earned him a place among the original five grandmasters recognized by FIDE in 1950.
Tournament Details
Dates: Tuesday’s, Aug 8th, 12th, 19th, 28th. Registration at 7PM. Rounds start at 7:10 pm.
Prize fund: 80% of entries
Time Control: 90 min +10 sec Bonus Increment.
Pairings are made according to the Swiss System. The top half of each score group plays the bottom half in rating order. Exceptions are made to avoid a repeat of opponents or 2 consecutive repeats of colors. If a score group has an odd number, the bottom rated player plays the top rated player of the next lower score group.
Email smbchess@yahoo.com with questions.
Current Wall Charts
Wall Chart 8-5-25 Open.pdfWall Chart 8-5-25 U-1600.pdfIf you have to miss a game, here's how to request a bye
If you can’t make it to the game you must email the tournament director at: smbchess@yahoo.com before 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The earlier the better.
In the 1st and 2nd rounds you may receive a half-point bye. Byes can be requested for later rounds but they are 0 point byes. Players are not guaranteed a half-point unless their request is confirmed by email.
If you are withdrawing from the tournament entirely for all remaining rounds email the TD at smbchess@yahoo.com.
Failure to inform the TD that you aren’t coming will be considered a forfeit.
About SMB Chess Tournaments
Each month we host a new four game tournament. Most months incorporate classical time controls with a bonus increment. Chess sets and clocks are available to use or bring your own. Entry fee: $10 for members, $25 for non-members. Club Membership: $75 / year. Come anytime to check it out.
Games are rated by United States Chess Federation.
No-Show Forfeits
Players who do not show up for their game will be forfeited for that round and the next round.
You will not be paired in subsequent rounds without first speaking with the tournament director.
A player who incurs two no-show forfeits will be dropped from that month's tournament.
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