Baton Rouge Dual
The Baton Rouge Dual brings two formats under one festival: a Classical Open and a Rapid event — players can choose one or play both.
The event strengthens regional chess with prize opportunities across skill levels and a lively weekend schedule.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | February 21, 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA |
| 🏟️ Venue | Baton Rouge River Center |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | US Chess & FIDE rated |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss System |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | Classical 5 · Rapid 7 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | Classical: 90+30 · Rapid: 15+10 |
| 💰 Prize Fund | $7,500 guaranteed |
Prize Fund
| Section | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open (Classical) | $1,500 | $1,000 | $600 | +U2200/U2000 prizes |
| U1800 | $1,000 | $600 | $400 | |
| U1400/Scholastic | $500 | $300 | $200 | Trophies for top juniors |
| Rapid (overall) | $600 | $400 | $200 | Class prizes |
Time Control & Tournament System
- Classical: 5‑round Swiss, 90+30
- Rapid: 7‑round Swiss, 15+10
- Tiebreaks: Modified Median → Solkoff → Direct Encounter → Most Wins
Sections / Groups
- Classical: Open, U1800, U1400/Scholastic
- Rapid: Single Open with class awards
Schedule
| Date | Event / Round | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Check‑in & Classical Rd 1; Rapid Rds 1–3 | Afternoon/Evening |
| Day 2 | Classical Rds 2–3; Rapid Rds 4–7 | Morning/Afternoon/Evening |
| Day 3 | Classical Rds 4–5 & Awards | Morning/Afternoon |
Registration
Online entry via state federation. Entry: $80–$120 by section; Rapid add‑on $30 advance / $40 on site. US Chess membership required; FIDE ID for FIDE‑rated sections.
Organizer
Louisiana Chess Federation promotes chess statewide with tournaments and scholastic outreach.
- Email: info@louisianachess.org
- Website: louisianachess.org
Venue
Baton Rouge River Center — central downtown location with spacious halls.
Accommodation
Discounted player blocks at nearby hotels; early booking advised.
How to Get There
- By Air: BTR ~15 min
- By Car: I‑10 access; venue parking
Classical endurance plus rapid excitement — a complete chess weekend in Louisiana.
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