4th Annual Badrinath Chess Tournament
Swiss System
May 23 - 24, 2026 • Unit - 145, 9706 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks, CA
Sections
| Section | Rating Cap | Rounds | Rounds Times | Time Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholastic | U500, U1000 | 5 | Sat: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:10 PM, 3:30 PM | G30;D0 |
| Non-Scholastic | U1500 | 4 | Sun: 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM | G60;D05 |
| Non-Scholastic | U2000 | 4 | Sun: 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM | G60;D05 |
Schedule
| Schedule (Pacific Time) |
|---|
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Sat May 23: Check-in 9:00–9:45 AM, Player meeting 9:45 AM
Rounds: U500, U1000 - 5 (G30;D0) Round Times: U500, U1000 - 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM Sun May 24 Rounds: U1500 - 4 (G60;D05), U2000 - 4 (G60;D05) Round Times: U1500 / U2000 - Sun: 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM |
Prize Fund
| Section | 🥇 1st | 🥈 2nd | 🥉 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 U500, U1000 — Individual trophies | Top five players in each section | ||
| U1500 (based on 20 entries) | $150 | $100 | $50 |
| U2000 (based on 20 entries) | $150 | $100 | $50 |
Entry Fees
| Tier | Dates | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Scholastic (U500/U1000) | Through May 21 | $50 | An additional $10 late fee will be charged for registrations submitted after May 21, 2026 |
| Regular Non-Scholastic (U1500) | Through May 21 | $50 | An additional $10 late fee will be charged for registrations submitted after May 21, 2026 |
| Regular Non-Scholastic (U2000) | Through May 21 | $50 | An additional $10 late fee will be charged for registrations submitted after May 21, 2026 |
Registration & Eligibility
- No onsite paper registration. You must submit the online form before 8:00 AM (PT), May 21, 2026.
- Payment: Zelle/PayPal to learningpawn@gmail.com. (You may also choose On-site (late fee) and pay at check-in.)
- Players: Please bring your own chess set and chess clock.
Refunds and Changes
- Refund deadline: Full refund minus a $10 processing fee if requested by 11:59 PM (PT), Wednesday, May 21, 2026.
- No refunds after pairings / event start: No refunds for withdrawals requested after 6:00 PM (PT), Thursday, May 21, 2026, or once Round 1 pairings are posted (whichever is earlier). No refunds for no-shows or for players who withdraw after the tournament starts.
- How to request a refund: Email learningpawn@gmail.com with player name, section, and proof of payment.
Contacts
Email: learningpawn@gmail.com | Brahma Mohanty: 916-612-9711 | Madhusmita Rout: 916-467-0742
Policies
- Default time (forfeit): 30 minutes after scheduled start.
- Byes: ½-point byes available; U500/U1000 through Round 5 and U1500/U2000 through Round 4. Requests must be made before Round 2 starts.
- Device policy: USCF rules enforced (phones/smartwatches off & stored; penalties may apply).
Registration
Advance Entries
| Name | USCF ID | USCF Rating | FIDE ID | Section |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pairings & Standings
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