2024 Saint Louis Masters

 
2024 Chess 9LX Champion GM Fabiano Caruana

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.
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  • 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.
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  • Norm Opportunities: The tournament is registered with FIDE as a norm-producing event, offering players the chance to achieve title norms.
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  • Elite Competition: Up to 60 top-rated players from around the world will compete in a 9-round Swiss System format.
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  • Pathway to Elite Status: As part of the FIDE Circuit, this event contributes to players' standings for qualification into future top-tier tournaments.
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  • Anti-Cheating Measures: Advanced protocols will be in place to ensure fair play throughout the event.
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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. Stay tuned for the official announcement of participants.

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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