2ème rapide d’Avon Jean-Pierre Le Poulain
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
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 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
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 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.
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