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2025 US Masters
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The U.S. Masters 2025 is a US Chess National Championship and part of the FIDE Circuit, hosted by the Charlotte Chess Center in Charlotte, NC. With $25,000 guaranteed, IM/GM norm chances, and a deep field, itβs one of the yearβs mustβplay events.
Event Details
| π Dates | 26β30 November 2025 |
| π Location | Hilton Charlotte University Place, 8629 JM Keynes Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262, USA |
| π Prize Fund | $25,000 guaranteed |
| βοΈ Tournament Type | US Chess National Championship β’ FIDE Circuit |
| 𧩠Tournament System | Swiss |
| π’ Number of Rounds | 9 |
| β±οΈ Time Control | G/90; +30 |
| β° Late Arrival | Per event rules |
| π Official Website | chess.com/events/2025-us-masters |
| πΊοΈ Google Map | Hilton Charlotte University Place |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Overall | Notes |
|---|---|
| $25,000 | Overall + category prizes (incl. female & senior) β’ Norms possible |
Time Control & Pairings
- System: 9βround Swiss β’ G/90; +30
- Rated: US Chess & FIDE
- Side events: NC Open & Blitz alongside the Masters
Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility (typical) |
|---|---|
| Masters | Players who have ever been 2200+ (or titled FM/WFM+; strong juniors by rating) |
Schedule
| Day | Rounds / Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 26 Nov | Round 1 | TBA |
| Thu 27 Nov | Rounds 2β3 | TBA |
| Fri 28 Nov | Rounds 4β5 | TBA |
| Sat 29 Nov | Rounds 6β7 | TBA |
| Sun 30 Nov | Rounds 8β9 | TBA |
Registration
- Online entry via organizer site; capacityβlimited.
- Rules on byes, ratings, and conditions published by CCC.
Organizer
- Organizer: Charlotte Chess Center
- Website: charlottechesscenter.org
- Venue: Hilton Charlotte University Place
Venue
Hilton Charlotte University Place, lakeside hotel with free Internet & parking. π Google Maps
Accommodation
Onβsite event rates; restaurants and cafes within walking distance.
How to Get There
- Air: CLT (Charlotte Douglas Intl.) β ~25β30 min drive
- Light Rail: LYNX to University area + short rideshare
Chase norms and prize money at one of Americaβs strongest Swiss events!
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