The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress
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The Army and Navy Club in London will host the FIDE Congress on 19 March 2027, featuring a series of chess tournaments including a FIDE Open and two FIDE Major events for players rated under 2000 and under 1650. The competition consists of five rounds, with substantial prizes for the top three players in each category. Participation is limited to 60 players, with 40 spots reserved for FIDE standard rated competitors, and the event is open to those aged 16 and over. The venue enforces a dress code and does not allow spectators, ensuring a focused environment for the participants.
Top games will be broadcast live! https://www.jotform.com/grid/260322640448048 for the live list of current entries
Open – 1st £500 2nd £250 3rd £150
U2000 and U1650 – 1st £300 2nd £150 3rd £75
Just 60 places – 40 reserved for FIDE standard rated players
A FIDE Open / FIDE Major Under 2000 / FIDE Minor Under 1650 tournament of five rounds.Age 16+ only.
One round on Friday, two on Saturday and two on Sunday. All sections are FIDE and ECF rated.
VENUE RESTRICTIONS
Under 16’s are not permitted in the venue.
Dress Code = jacket and trousers, no jeans or trainers, ties encouraged.
No spectators (members excepted)
VENUE
The event will be held in the Pall Mall Room, The Library, The Marlborough Suite and / orThe Drawing Room. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
TIME CONTROL
90 minutes for each player for the game PLUS 30 seconds added every move. This is not a knockout – you get 5 games! You can take two half point byes in any but the final round.
PLAYER RATING RESTRICTIONS
– Players in the FIDE Major section must be Under 2000 FIDE AND ECF on the latest list, or the national equivalent.
– Players in the FIDE Minor section must be Under 1650 FIDE AND ECF on the latest list, or the national equivalent.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Round 1 on Friday 18.30 (6.30pm to 10.30pm)
Round 2 & 3 on Saturday 10.00 (10am) and 15.00 (3pm)
Round 4 & 5 on Sunday 10.00 (10am) and 15.00 (3pm)
Online entry: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260264564399972
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Frequently asked questions
The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress takes place on Friday, 19 March 2027 at 18:30. The event runs until Sunday, 21 March 2027.
The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress is held at The Army & Navy Club in London (36 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5JN).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Army & Navy Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress can be booked via englishchess.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress
18:30until Sunday, 21 March 2027
The Army & Navy Club · London
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Army and Navy Club in London will host the FIDE Congress on 19 March 2027, featuring a series of chess tournaments including a FIDE Open and two FIDE Major events for players rated under 2000 and under 1650. The competition consists of five rounds, with substantial prizes for the top three players in each category. Participation is limited to 60 players, with 40 spots reserved for FIDE standard rated competitors, and the event is open to those aged 16 and over. The venue enforces a dress code and does not allow spectators, ensuring a focused environment for the participants.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Top games will be broadcast live! https://www.jotform.com/grid/260322640448048 for the live list of current entries
Open – 1st £500 2nd £250 3rd £150
U2000 and U1650 – 1st £300 2nd £150 3rd £75
Just 60 places – 40 reserved for FIDE standard rated players
A FIDE Open / FIDE Major Under 2000 / FIDE Minor Under 1650 tournament of five rounds.Age 16+ only.
One round on Friday, two on Saturday and two on Sunday. All sections are FIDE and ECF rated.
VENUE RESTRICTIONS
Under 16’s are not permitted in the venue.
Dress Code = jacket and trousers, no jeans or trainers, ties encouraged.
No spectators (members excepted)
VENUE
The event will be held in the Pall Mall Room, The Library, The Marlborough Suite and / orThe Drawing Room. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
TIME CONTROL
90 minutes for each player for the game PLUS 30 seconds added every move. This is not a knockout – you get 5 games! You can take two half point byes in any but the final round.
PLAYER RATING RESTRICTIONS
– Players in the FIDE Major section must be Under 2000 FIDE AND ECF on the latest list, or the national equivalent.
– Players in the FIDE Minor section must be Under 1650 FIDE AND ECF on the latest list, or the national equivalent.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Round 1 on Friday 18.30 (6.30pm to 10.30pm)
Round 2 & 3 on Saturday 10.00 (10am) and 15.00 (3pm)
Round 4 & 5 on Sunday 10.00 (10am) and 15.00 (3pm)
Online entry: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260264564399972
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress?
The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress takes place on Friday, 19 March 2027 at 18:30. The event runs until Sunday, 21 March 2027.
Where is The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress taking place?
The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress is held at The Army & Navy Club in London (36 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5JN).
Is there anywhere to stay near The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Army & Navy Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress?
Tickets for The Army and Navy Club Pall Mall FIDE Congress can be booked via englishchess.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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