Overview
The 2016 Sinquefield Cup is an elite international event, featuring 10 of the strongest chess players in the world. Over the course of nine rounds, these competitors will battle for $300,000 in prize money, points toward the Grand Chess Tour, and the coveted title of 2016 Sinquefield Cup Champion.
| Dates | August 5-16, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Location | Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis |
| Format | 10-Player Round Robin |
| Prize Fund | $300,000 |
| Commentators | Learn about our live broadcast and audience commentators. |
| Spectators | Purchase tickets here! |
| Date | Time* | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, August 4 | 4:00 PM | Autograph Day |
| 6:00 PM | Opening Ceremony | |
| Friday, August 5 | 1:00 PM | Round 1 |
| Saturday, August 6 | 1:00 PM | Round 2 |
| Sunday, August 7 | 1:00 PM | Round 3 |
| Monday, August 8 | 1:00 PM | Round 4 |
| Tuesday, August 9 | 1:00 PM | Round 5 |
| Wednesday, August 10 | Rest Day | |
| Thursday, August 11 | 1:00 PM | Round 6 |
| Friday, August 12 | 1:00 PM | Round 7 |
| Saturday, August 13 | 1:00 PM | Round 8 |
| Sunday, August 14 | 1:00 PM | Round 9 |
| Monday, August 15 | 1:00 PM | Playoff (if necessary) |
| 6:00 PM | Closing Ceremony | |
| Tuesday, August 16 | 1:00 PM | Ultimate Moves |
* All times listed are CDT (GMT-6).
Sinquefield Cup Prize Fund
| Place | Prize | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | $75,000 | 6th | $20,000 |
| 2nd | $50,000 | 7th | $15,000 |
| 3rd | $40,000 | 8th | $15,000 |
| 4th | $30,000 | 9th | $15,000 |
| 5th | $25,000 | 10th | $15,000 |
| Total Prize Fund | $300,000 | ||
Live Spectator Accommodations
Tickets may be purchased to each individual round of the 2016 Sinquefield Cup, which includes unlimited access into the championship tournament hall, additional live grandmaster-led commentary, and complimentary snacks and beverages. Tickets are available here.
Ticket pricing:
| Individual Round Day Pass | $10 |
| 9-Round Pass | $80 |
| Ultimate Moves | $10 |
The Chess Club has special hotel rates with the following establishments. Please make sure to ask for the "chess rate" when making reservations.
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Chase Park Plaza Hotel Chess rate: $159/night |
Parkway Hotel Chess rate: $97/night |
Holiday Inn Express Chess rate: $84/night |
Hampton Inn & Suites Chess Rate: 10% off online through link. |
