2024 Saint Louis Masters
TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW
The 2024 Saint Louis Masters is a premier chess event featuring top international players competing over nine intense rounds. With a prize fund of $100,000, this tournament promises high-stakes action and thrilling games.
Dates: December 3–7, 2024
Location: Maryland Ballroom at the Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza Hotel, Saint Louis, Missouri
KEY FEATURES
- Live Streaming: Follow all the action live on uschesschamps.com and on the Saint Louis Chess Club’s YouTube and Twitch channels, Round 1 - 8 begins at 3:00PM CT and Round 9 begins at 10:00AM CT.
- Expert Commentary: Insightful commentary provided by renowned chess personalities, Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan, International Master Nazi Paikidze and Woman Grandmaster Katerina Nemcova analyzing each game move-by-move.
- Norm Opportunities: The tournament is registered with FIDE as a norm-producing event, offering players the chance to achieve title norms.
- Elite Competition: Up to 60 top-rated players from around the world will compete in a 9-round Swiss System format.
- Pathway to Elite Status: As part of the FIDE Circuit, this event contributes to players' standings for qualification into future top-tier tournaments.
- Anti-Cheating Measures: Advanced protocols will be in place to ensure fair play throughout the event.
SCHEDULE
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 3 | 9:30 AM | Players Meeting & Pairings |
| 10:00 AM | Round 1 | |
| 4:00 PM | Round 2 | |
| Wednesday, December 4 | 10:00 AM | Round 3 |
| 4:00 PM | Round 4 | |
| Thursday, December 5 | 10:00 AM | Round 5 |
| 4:00 PM | Round 6 | |
| Friday, December 6 | 10:00 AM | Round 7 |
| 4:00 PM | Round 8 | |
| Saturday, December 7 | 10:00 AM | Round 9 |
| 2:00 PM | Awards Presentation (following last game) |
PARTICIPANTS
The Saint Louis Masters will feature a select group of up to 60 internationally ranked players, including top grandmasters and rising stars from around the globe.
PRIZE FUND
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | $20,000 |
| 2nd | $15,000 |
| 3rd | $8,000 |
| 4th | $7,000 |
| 5th | $6,000 |
| 6th | $5,000 |
| 7th | $4,000 |
| 8th | $3,250 |
| 9th | $2,500 |
| 10th | $2,250 |
| 11th | $2,000 |
| 12th | $1,750 |
| 13th | $1,500 |
| 14th | $1,000 |
| 15th | $750 |
| Under 2600 - 1st | $4,000 |
| Under 2600 - 2nd | $2,600 |
| Under 2600 - 3rd | $1,200 |
| Under 2500 - 1st | $3,400 |
| Under 2500 - 2nd | $2,000 |
| Under 2500 - 3rd | $1,000 |
| Under 2400 - 1st | $3,250 |
| Under 2400 - 2nd | $1,750 |
| Under 2400 - 3rd | $800 |
| Total Prize Fund: $100,000 | |
Prizes will be shared equally among tied players. There will be no playoffs. All prize money will be awarded based on final standings.
VENUE
Location: Maryland Ballroom at the Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza Hotel
Address: 212 N Kingshighway Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
Experience the tournament in a luxurious setting located in the heart of St. Louis. The venue offers top-notch amenities and is within walking distance of many city attractions.
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