To Wednesday 17 August 2016 - 05:00pm
5th Annual Washington International
August 13 - 17, 2016
Rockville, Maryland
9-round Swiss, 40/90, SD/20, 30/incr
Playing Site
Rockville Hilton
1750 Rockville Pike; Rockville, Maryland 20852; United States
301-468-1100
Come play in what we believe are the best playing conditions in the US! You can read an opinion of our tournaments on IM Akshat Chandra's blog.
4th Washington International Results
- GM Gata Kamsky again won the 4th Washington International with a score of 7/9. Two players earned IM norms at the event. See the final report
- Read the article in Chessbase on the tournament.
- See the picture gallary from the event
3rd Washington International Results
- GM Sergei Azarov Perez (BLR) won the 3rd Washington International with a score of 7/9. One GM and one IM norm were earned at the tournament. See the final report
- Player feedback was again overwhelmingly positive. The survey showed a Net Promoter Score of 89 which is a higher level of customer statisfaction than even Apple.
- See the article about the tournament from Chessbase Magazine.
- Read GM Cristian Chirlia's blog entry on why the Washington International has become his "favorite tournament".
- See the picture gallery from the tournament to get a feel for the playing conditions.
- See the Video highlights from the Friday night blitz tournament
2nd Washington International Results
- GM Yuniesky Quesada Perez (CUB) won the 2nd Washington International with a score of 7/9. Two GM and two IM norms were earned at the tournament. See the final report
- Player feedback was again overwhelmingly positive.
- 38% of the players won prizes
1st Washington International Results
- Gata Kamsky won the 1st Washington Internationl over a very strong field (median FIDE rating of 2300) See the final standings
- Summary Article on Chessbase.com
- Player feedback was overwhelmingly positive for the tournament
New this Year
- Slightly faster time control to allow more time to rest between rounds
- 5-day 9-round schedule for both sections
- Larger minimum prizes for non-US players
- Larger B Section prize fund
- Custom Washington International T-shirt only $5
Continuing Tournament Features
- Limited number of minimum prizes for all non-US players
- Clocks, sets and boards are provided for everyone
- Free Continental breakfast before all morning rounds
- Minimum 2100 FIDE or 2200 USCF rating to play in A section
- $95 room rate, Reserve a room Room block deadline has passed but if you make a refundable reservation from Hilton, we can move it to the group rate (email Mike Regan).
- If staying at the Hilton, $50 discount for US IMs and WGMs; $75 discount for all others.(Minimum 3 nights, max 2 discounts per room)
- Hotel next to DC Metro stop (Twinbrook)
- Top boards will be broadcast live
- Washington International Blitz Tournament on Friday evening
- Free Internet in the sleeping rooms.
- $50 discount for players over age 50 both sections
- $25 rebate for every new paying player you refer who plays in the tournament
- $25 discount for all new Washington International players
A-Section (Minimum 2100 FIDE or 2200 USCF)
$13,200 in Guaranteed Prizes
1st | $4000 |
2nd | $2000 |
3rd | $1000 |
4th | $900 |
5th | $700 |
6th | $600 |
7th | $400 |
Under 2500 | $1300-$650 |
Under 2300 | $1100-$550 |
Current list of advance entries (as of 8/11/16)
A limited number of minimum prizes are available to the first players to register in each category. Players must play all nine rounds to qualify for minimum prize.
Category | Minimum | Number still available |
Prize | ||
1st 5 non-US GMs, rated over 2500 | $500 | 1 |
1st 4 US GMs | $300 | 0 |
1st 5 non-US GMs or IMs , rated over 2400 | $300 | 1 |
1st 7 non-US GM/IM/FM/WGM/WIM/WFM | $275 | 5 |
1st 7 non-US FIDE rated | $200 | 5 |
FIDE ratings will be used for pairings and prizes. The default time for late arrival is 60 minutes but the Chief Arbiter may make exceptions in case of emergency. There is a limit of 3 1/2 point byes and you must request them before round 2.
A-Section Entrance Fees
GMs, non-US IMs - Free
US IMs and WGMs - $199
FMs - $299
FIDE greater than 2200 - $349
FIDE between 2100 and 2199 - $399
FIDE between 2000 and 2099 - $600
FIDE less than 2000 - $800
$100 discount for all non-US FIDE rated players
$50 discount For US IMs and WGMs, if staying at the Hilton
$75 discount for all others, if staying at the hotel
$50 discount for all players born before 8/13/1966
$25 discount for first time Washington International players
$25 rebate for every new Washington International player you refer. This will be paid after the start of round 1.
All $25 more after 6/13/2016
All $35 more after 7/30/2016
All $45 more after 8/10/2016
All $70 more at-the-door
Round Schedule for A Section
August 13 (Saturday) - August 16 (Tuesday) 11am and 5:30pm
August 17 (Wednesday) - 11am
B-Section (Under 2201 USCF and Under 2200 FIDE, FIDE rated)
9-SS, Same playing conditions and location as the A section.
$6,000 in Guaranteed Prizes
B Section Registered Players | ||
Name | Rating |
1st | $2000 |
2nd | $1000 |
3rd | $600 |
4th | $400 |
1st Under 2000 | $1000 |
2nd Under 2000 | $450 |
1st Under 1800 | $550 |
Current list of advance entries (as of 8/11/16)
USCF ratings will be used for pairings and prizes in the B section. The default time for late arrival is 60 minutes but the Chief Arbiter may make exceptions in case of emergency.
B-Section Entrance Fees
Early Entrance Fee - $249
$75 discount if staying at the Hilton. (minimum 3 night stay and maximum two discounts per room)
$50 discount for all players born before 8/13/1966
$25 discount for all first time Washington International players
$20 more after 7/30/2016
$30 more after 8/10/2016
$40 more at-the-door
Registration
$75 discount for players staying at the hotel
Mail Registrations to:
Maryland Chess Association
c/o Mike Regan
1827 Thornton Ridge Road
Towson, MD 21204
Mailed registrations should include name, FIDE rating, FIDE country.
Round Schedule for B Section
August 13 (Saturday) - August 17 (Wednesday) 11am and 5:30pm
August 17 (Wednesday) - 11am
Hotel Rates: $95 per night!, Reserve a room Room block deadline has passed but if you make a refundable reservation from Hilton, we can move it to the group rate (email Mike Regan)..
Wi-Fi is included with this special rate. Rooms are limited, so make your reservations early. Phone 301-468-1100.
The organizer is Mike Regan. If you have any questions, email him at washintl@mdchess.com.
Electronic Devices Rules
Do not bring electronic devices (cell phones and smart watches) into the playing venue (playing room, halls outside playing room, smoking area, bathrooms, etc) according to FIDE rule 11.3. Players are subject to scanning to test for possession of cell phones. We plan to monitor using both thermal and magnetic scanners. Traffic in various areas will also be video monitored.
Possession of a device that is turned on or makes a noise
- Forfeit of the game
Possession of a device that is turned off
- 1st Violation 30 minute time penalty limited to no more than 1/2 the remaining time on the clock for the current time control.
- 2nd Violation Forfeit of game
Parking Information
Parking is $8/night for overnight guests. It is $5 for day guests. You should validate your ticket at the front desk.