Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz Championship
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The Walter Browne Memorial Blitz honors a U.S. legend as part of the Las Vegas International Chess Festival.
One of the biggest blitz events of the year, drawing top talents and fans of speed chess.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 14 June 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
| 🏟️ Venue | Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | US Chess & FIDE‑rated Blitz |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss System |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | G/5 + 2s |
| 💰 Prize Fund | $10,000 guaranteed |
Prize Fund
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | $3,000 |
| 2nd | $1,500 |
| 3rd | $1,000 |
| 4th | $700 |
| 5th | $500 |
| Class Prizes | $3,300 total |
Time Control & Tournament System
- 9‑round Swiss, US Chess & FIDE Blitz rules
- Time control: G/5 + 2s from move 1
- Tiebreaks: Direct Encounter → Buchholz → Sonneborn‑Berger → Wins
Schedule
| Date | Event / Round | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jun 14 | Registration closes | 18:30 |
| Sun, Jun 14 | Rounds 1–9 | 19:00 → |
| Sun, Jun 14 | Awards Ceremony | After Rd 9 |
Registration
$50 advance; $70 on site. No byes in blitz. FIDE ID required for rating submission.
Organizer
Las Vegas International Chess Festival Committee.
- Email: info@vegaschessfestival.com
- Website: vegaschessfestival.com
Venue
Westgate Las Vegas — festival headquarters with ample hall space.
Accommodation
Special festival rates at Westgate; additional lodging along the Strip.
How to Get There
- By Air: LAS ~10 min
- By Car: Easy freeway access; parking at Westgate
- By Public Transit: Monorail stop at resort
Fast, fierce, and festive — speed chess at its finest in Las Vegas.