2ème rapide d’Avon Jean-Pierre Le Poulain

2ème rapide d’Avon Jean-Pierre Le Poulain

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The 2ème rapide d’Avon Jean-Pierre Le Poulain takes place on May 8, 2026, in Avon, France. This is a chess tournament in Avon, France, in 2026.

It is a one-day rapid chess tournament with 9 Swiss rounds. The event uses a 15-minute time control with a 3-second increment, so the games stay fast while still giving players enough time for practical decisions.

The Club d’échecs de Fontainebleau-Avon organizes the tournament at the Complexe Sportif de la Vallée. In addition, the event is both FFE Rapid and FIDE Rapid rated, which makes it a strong holiday option for players who want a fully rated rapid event.

🏁 Event Details

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Dates May 8, 2026
Location Avon, France
Format Open rapid tournament, 9-round Swiss system
Time control 15 minutes + 3 seconds per move
Rating FFE Rapid and FIDE Rapid rated
Sections 1 open section

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The tournament uses a 9-round Swiss system. Pairing software handles the pairings, and the event follows the standard rapid format published for the competition.

Each player gets 15 minutes plus a 3-second increment from move one. Therefore, the day moves at a lively pace. At the same time, players still get enough time to play full games.

♟️ Sections / Groups

Section Details
Open Single open rapid section

📅 Schedule

Date Time Activity
May 8, 2026 09:00-19:00 Tournament day
May 8, 2026 9 Swiss rounds

📝 Registration

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Registration method Online registration through the official entry platform
Entry fee EUR 15
Late fee EUR 20 from May 1, 2026
Youth entry fee EUR 15
Late youth fee EUR 20 from May 1, 2026
On-site amenities Refreshments and light food available on site

👤 Organizer

The Club d’échecs de Fontainebleau-Avon runs this rapid event in Avon as part of its active local tournament calendar. Moreover, the club has a strong presence in the Fontainebleau-Avon area and organizes regular chess activity throughout the season.

Phone: +33 6 32 90 11 23
Email: fontainebleau.avon.echecs@gmail.com

📍 Venue

Complexe Sportif de la Vallée, 12 Rue Georges Clemenceau, 77210 Avon, France

The playing venue gives the tournament a practical sports-hall setting for a full day of rapid chess. It also keeps the whole event in one easy-to-find location in Avon.

🚗 How to Get There

Use 12 Rue Georges Clemenceau, 77210 Avon, in your navigation and plan to arrive before the start of play. Early arrival helps, especially on a public holiday tournament day.

It is a practical rated rapid event for players who want a full chess day in Avon.

 

Date And Time

08-05-2026 to
08-05-2026
 

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