♟️ Tournament Overview

Organizers will host the Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition, an International Youth Tournament, from August 9 to August 15, 2025, in Bruges, Belgium. They aim to unite young chess enthusiasts from around the globe, offering them a platform to showcase their skills and engage in high-level competition. The Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition accommodates various skill levels, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive experience for all participants.

📅 Event Dates

• Start Date: August 9, 2025
• End Date: August 15, 2025

📆 Schedule

• Saturday, August 9: Round 1 at 15:00
• Sunday, August 10: Rounds 2 and 3 at 10:00 and 15:00
• Monday, August 11: Round 4 at 15:00; City tour at 20:00
• Tuesday, August 12: Rounds 5 and 6 at 10:00 and 15:00
• Wednesday, August 13: Round 7 at 15:00; Blitz tournament at 20:00
• Thursday, August 14: Round 8 at 15:00
• Friday, August 15: Round 9 at 10:00; Prize ceremony at 16:00

🔢 Number of Rounds

The Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition will consist of 9 rounds, adhering to the Swiss-system format.​

💰 Prize Fund and Prizes

A total prize fund of €7,500 has been allocated for the tournament. The top prize is set at €1,250, with additional prizes distributed among various categories. Detailed information regarding the prize distribution can be found on the official website of the Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition.​

📝 Registration and Participation

• Entry Fee:

  • €50 if registered before July 7, 2025
  • €55 if registered after July 7, 2025
  • (W)FM and youth players: €30 before July 1, 2025; €35 after
  • (W)IM and (W)GM: Free entry​

• Registration: Participants are encouraged to register through the official website: www.brugsemeesters.be​ to secure their place in the Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition.

💳 Payment Details

Payment instructions and bank details are provided during the registration process on the official website. Participants are advised to complete the payment promptly to secure their spot in the tournament.​

📍 Venue Information

Sint-Lodewijkscollege will host the Brugse Meesters 2025 Chess Competition at Magdalenastraat 30, 8200 Brugge, Belgium. The venue stands approximately 500 meters from the railway station and city center, providing convenient access for participants and visitors.

🏢 Organizer Information

• Organizer: Koninklijke Brugse Schaakkring (KBSK)
• Tournament Director: Tom Piceu
• Contact Email: tom.piceu@gmail.com​

👤 Tournament Officials

• Chief Arbiter: Geert Bailleul (IO)
• Deputy Chief Arbiters:

  • Marc Jongerius (NED)
  • Stefano Ganci (ITA)

• Arbiters:

  • Tom Wuyts (BEL)
  • Bart Van Der Avort (BEL)
  • Timothe Scaillet (BEL)
  • Victoria Nakiirya (UGA)
  • Ana Maria Herreros Villalba (ESP)
  • Serge Vermeulen (BEL)