Chess Connect - Triathlon

Event Details:

BCC x American Gambits presents Chess Connect: The Gambit Cup – Triathlon Edition

Get ready for an exciting day of rapid chess, bold moves, and high energy! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just discovering your love for the game, this event is all about celebrating the spirit of chess — intense games, fun rivalries, and great company.

Mark your calendars, bring your best game face, and join a community that plays for both the challenge and the joy of the game. We can’t wait to see you at Chess Connect: The Gambit Cup – Rapid!

Special Prizes & Giveaways

• Top 20 Players:
• 🥇 Top 5 – American Gambits T-Shirts
• 🥈 Rank 6–10 – American Gambits Tote Bags
• 🥉 Rank 11–20 – American Gambits Caps
• 🎁 Bonus: A special surprise goodie from American Gambits for every participant!
• 🎁 Top 20 players are eligible to win GCL Passes

What’s Included:

• 9 rounds of chess in three formats:
  • Blitz (3+2) – 3 rounds
  • Freestyle Chess (8+3) – 3 rounds
  • Rapid (10+5) – 3 rounds
• Special prizes for the Top 3 players
• Chance to win Premium Chess Sets from Paramount Chess through a Lucky Draw
• Chance to win a Chess.com Diamond Membership through a Lucky Draw
• Get a chance to play on the AI-powered GoChess Smart Board at the event

Schedule

• Registration & Player Briefing – 10:00 AM

• Blitz (3+2) Rounds:

  • Round 1 – 10:20 AM
  • Round 2 – 10:35 AM
  • Round 3 – 10:50 AM

• Freestyle Chess (8+3) Rounds:

  • Round 4 – 11:10 AM
  • Round 5 – 11:35 PM
  • Round 6 – 12:00 PM

• Lunch Break – 12:25 PM

• Rapid (10+5) Rounds:

  • Round 7 – 1:10 PM
  • Round 8 – 1:50 PM
  • Round 9 – 2:30 PM

Game Variations:

• Chess Triathlon (Swiss Format): Test your versatility across three exciting chess formats in this unique Swiss Format tournament! Compete in 9 rounds, starting with fast-paced Blitz, followed by the creative challenge of Freestyle Chess (Chess960), and wrapping up with strategic Rapid games. With a mix of speed, adaptability, and deep calculation, this event is the ultimate test of all-around chess skills. Whether you're a seasoned player or up for a fun challenge, embrace the thrill of switching formats and make every move count!