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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