2025 Charlotte Winter Classic Blitz (18 Jan 2025, Charlotte, NC, USA)
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The Charlotte Winter Classic Blitz is a one‑day blitz companion to the Winter Classic norm event, offering fast‑paced action against a strong field.
📌 Event Details
| 📅 Date | 18 January 2025 (Saturday) |
| 📍 Location | Charlotte, North Carolina, USA |
| 🏟️ Venue | Charlotte Chess Center & Scholastic Academy |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | FIDE & US Chess rated (Blitz) |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss System |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 (double‑round format possible) |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 3+2 |
🧩 Sections / Groups
- Open Blitz — dual‑rated FIDE & USCF.
- Additional class sections may be created depending on entries.
⏱️ Time Control & Tournament System
- System: Swiss (typically 9 rounds).
- Control: 3 minutes with 2‑second increment.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 18 | Check‑in | Morning |
| Jan 18 | Rounds 1–9 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Jan 18 | Awards | 4:30 PM |
🧾 Registration & Fees
- Online & on‑site entry; discount for Winter Classic players.
- FIDE ID required for FIDE rating.
🏢 Organizer
Charlotte Chess Center & Scholastic Academy (CCC&SA) — leading US organizer of norm and FIDE‑rated events.
🏟️ Venue
Professional playing space with experienced staff and broadcast facilities.
🛏️ Accommodation
- Partner hotels and many options within 10–15 minutes.
🚗 How to Get There
- By Air: CLT ~20 minutes.
- By Car: I‑85 & I‑77 corridors.
🧾 Additional Information
- Open to all ages and ratings; cash prizes and trophies.
Fast, fun, and fiercely competitive — sharpen your skills and enjoy a premier blitz festival.