The Irish Chess Union

This year, Rapid Royale will host two tournaments side by side: FIDE-Rated and Non-FIDE, both featuring:

8 rounds of rapid chess

Time control: 10 minutes + 2 seconds increment per move

The Tournament will take place on the 15th of November from 11:00-16:00

Official FIDE rules will be followed for the FIDE tournament; standard rules apply for the Non-FIDE tournament

Anyone looking to enter the FIDE-Rated Tournament will need a ICU membership or an international equivalent, Anyone with an official rapid FIDE is prohibited from entering the Non-FIDE tournament.

Entry Fees:

FIDE-Rated Tournament:

• 16th–19th October: €16
• 20th October–9th November: €20
• 10th–14th November: €24

Non-FIDE Tournament:

• 16th–19th October: €8
• 20th October–9th November: €10
• 10th–14th November: €12

Prizes:

1st Place: €300 FIDE / €80 Non-FIDE

2nd Place: €160 FIDE / €40 Non-FIDE

3rd Place: €80 FIDE / €20 Non-FIDE

Best MTU Player: €25 FIDE / €15 Non-FIDE

Best Female Player: €25 FIDE / €15 Non-FIDE

Best Under-18 Player: €25 FIDE / €15 Non-FIDE

These prizes can only be given out in the form of vouchers of the winner's choice."