2nd Gavriil Mastrovasilis Memorial Rapid 2025
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The 2nd Gavriil Mastrovasilis Memorial Rapid honors the legacy of GM Gavriil Mastrovasilis with a lively two‑day rapid in Thessaloniki, organized by the Mastrovasilis family and Ionia Chess Club. A fast, friendly, and competitive Swiss in a comfortable hotel setting.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 22–23 November 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Hotel Perinthos, Thessaloniki, Greece |
| 🏆 Prize Fund / Awards | Cash prizes + cups/medals (see below) |
| ♟️ Tournament Type | FIDE Rapid-rated |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 10’ + 3″ |
| ⏰ Late Arrival | Confirm 15:45–16:30 (else start from Rd 2) |
| marotrv27@gmail.com | |
| ☎️ WhatsApp | +33 07 88 15 43 12 |
| 🔗 Registration Form | Google Form |
| 🗺️ Google Map | Hotel Perinthos |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| General | Amount (€) | Specials | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st / 2nd / 3rd | 150 / 100 / 50 | U18 1st • 1st Woman | €50 • €50 |
| Cups | — | Overall 1st–3rd; 1st Woman | — |
| Medals | — | U08, U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, S50, S65 | (if ≥6 players) |
Hort system may share prizes in ties (to 6th); otherwise indivisible. One prize per player (highest prevails).
Time Control & Pairings
- System: 9‑round Swiss • 10’ + 3″
- Rated: FIDE Rapid (November list)
- Byes: One (½‑point) allowed in Rds 1–2 (request in time)
- Tiebreaks: Buchholz‑1, Sonneborn‑Berger, Sum Buchholz (variable)
Sections / Groups
| Section | Limit |
|---|---|
| Open Rapid | Max 200 players |
Schedule
| Date | Event / Rounds | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 22 Nov | Confirmations | 15:45–16:30 |
| Sat 22 Nov | Rounds 1–4 | 17:00 • 17:40 • 18:20 • 19:00 |
| Sat 22 Nov | Round 5 | 19:40 |
| Sun 23 Nov | Rounds 6–9 | 12:00 • 12:40 • 13:20 • 14:00 |
| Sun 23 Nov | Closing | 15:00 |
Registration
- Entry Fee: €20
- Free entry: Title‑holders >2300 Rapid & Women ≥2100 Rapid
- Deadline: Fri 14 Nov 2025, 12:00 (noon)
Organizer
The Mastrovasilis family and Ionia Chess Club of Thessaloniki deliver a warm, well‑run rapid honoring GM Gavriil.
- Email: marotrv27@gmail.com
- Phone/WhatsApp: +33 07 88 15 43 12
- Official site: mat‑chess.gr
Venue
Hotel Perinthos — modern hall with parking and amenities.
Accommodation
Per room / night (BB): Single €50 • Double/Twin €60 • Triple €70 • Quad €80 (+€3 room tax/night). Half‑board: +€15 pp.
How to Get There
- Air: Thessaloniki (SKG) → hotel by taxi (~30–35 min)
- Road: Easy access from city ring road
Fast, friendly, and competitive — celebrate Gavriil’s memory over the board!