Cannes Chess Open Begins July 9

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Hi everyone,

Is the Cannes Summer Chess Open going to rival the Cannes Film Festival? At least we hope so! Get ready for the Cannes Summer Chess Open that will be held from July 9-15 at the Trophée Hôtel Novotel Montfleury, Cannes, France. The Chess tournament will be played over nine rounds of swiss pairings hosted and organised by the Cannes Chess Club.

Prize fund: 5.000€
1. 1200 €
2. 700 €
3. 500 €
4. 350 €
5. 250 €
6. 150 €
7. 100 €

Prize by ELO
Under 2300: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
Under 2100: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
Under 1900: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
Under 1700: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
Under 1500: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
Special prizes

First Girl: 1. 150€ 2. 75€
First Cannes chess player: 150€
First French Riviera player: 150€
First player from Paca: 150€

Email for more details: info@cannes-echecs.fr for more details.

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