Join chess enthusiasts from around the world for the Blue Chevaliers International Open 2025, a premier FIDE-rated tournament set in the tropical beauty of Patong Beach, Phuket. From 13–19 July 2025, players will compete in a world-class venue with enhanced playing conditions, generous prizes, and exciting new additions like Bami’s Blitz. Whether you’re chasing glory or seeking a beachside chess vacation, this tournament promises an unforgettable experience.

📅 Dates and Daily Schedule

Tournament Dates:
🗓️ July 13–19, 2025

🕒 Main Event Schedule

• Round 1: Sun, July 13 – 16:00
• Rounds 2–3: Mon, July 14 – 09:30 & 15:00
• Round 4: Tue, July 15 – 09:30
• Bami’s Blitz: Tue, July 15 – 19:00
• Round 5: Wed, July 16 – 14:00
• Rounds 6–7: Thu, July 17 – 09:30 & 15:00
• Round 8: Fri, July 18 – 14:00
• Round 9 & Prize Giving: Sat, July 19 – 09:30 & 15:00

📍 Venue Information

Venue:
🏨 Novotel Phuket Resort – Siam Conference Centre
📍 Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand

🌴 Players can enjoy luxury accommodations, spa discounts, and a tuk-tuk shuttle to the tournament hall. The venue features two modern, air-conditioned playing rooms.

⏱️ Time Control and Format

• Format: 9-round Swiss system
• Time Control: 90 minutes for the game + 30 seconds increment from move one
• ✅ Draws allowed at any time
• ⏰ 1-hour default time per round

All games will be FIDE-rated.

🏆 Prize Fund and Awards

💰 Total Open Prizes: 310,000 THB

🥇 Open Prizes

• 1st: 55,000 THB
• 2nd: 35,000 THB
• 3rd: 25,000 THB
• … down to 12th: 5,000 THB

👩 Female Prizes

• 1st: 20,000 THB
• 2nd–7th: 12,000 to 5,000 THB

🧠 Sectional Prizes

• 1st: 5,000 THB
• 2nd: 4,000 THB
• 3rd: 3,000 THB

🏆 Trophies and medals will be awarded in open, female, junior, senior, and sectional categories.

📝 Registration and Participation

Eligibility:

• Open to rated players with a FIDE ID
• Minimum rating: 1400
• Foreign players under 20 must meet international tournament experience criteria

Capacity:

• Limited to 160 players
• Early entry is strongly recommended

How to Register:

• Email: [email protected] with name, FIDE ID, and DOB
• Receive confirmation, then make payment (Thailand-based) or send flight booking (international)

💳 Entry Fees

• Players rated ≥2000: 3,500 THB
• Players rated <2000: 4,500 THB
• Free entry: GMs, WGMs, players rated 2400+ (men) or 2300+ (women), select champions
• Late fee (after June 20): +500 THB
• Entry closes: July 11 at 14:00 or when full

⚡ Bami’s Blitz – Side Event

• 🕹️ 9 rounds | Time Control: 5+2
• 💸 Prizes: 1st – 6,000 THB | 5th – 2,000 THB
• 📝 Entry Fee: 400 THB (with main entry), or 500 THB on-site
• Unrated players with FIDE ID may participate

✈️ Travel and Accommodation

Hotel Booking:

• Book directly with Novotel Phuket Resort
• Use special code “Blue Chevaliers International Open Participant”
• Discounted rates available until 20 June 2025

🏨 Sample Room Rates (with breakfast & tax):

• Superior Room: 3,200 THB/night
• Deluxe Seaview: 4,500 THB/night
• Pool Access Room: 4,800 THB/night

🎁 Resort perks: 15% off spa, food, and drinks during the event

🌐 Official Website and Communications

Main Communication Channel:
📱 Facebook Page: Blue Chevaliers Chess Tournament

Email Contact:
📧 Tournament Director: Peter Frost – [email protected]

Players will also find updates and pairings on chess-results.com.

👤 Tournament Officials

Tournament Director:
🎙️ Peter Frost
📧 [email protected]

Registration Desk:
🕐 Open July 13 – 11:00 to 15:00 at the playing venue

🏛️ About the Organizers

The Blue Chevaliers, a group of passionate foreign chess players, organize the event in collaboration with Red Knight Chess Club. This non-profit team promotes standard time control chess and inclusivity, especially for women and youth. They also publish a free online newsletter, Tiger Chess!

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Red Knight Chess Club: Based in Bangkok, Red Knight offers training, school events, and international tournaments.

✨ Why You Should Participate

You’ll play serious chess in a relaxed, luxurious setting steps from the beach. The Blue Chevaliers International Open gives you more than a tournament—it gives you an experience. With superb organization, guaranteed prize money, and a vibrant chess community, this is your chance to enjoy chess where others vacation. Secure your spot and make your next move in paradise.

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