Current news in Ulster Chess
130 players so far in the FIDE-rated NI Rapid Grand Prix…
On Oct 14th 2023 (at 2 Royal Ave Cultural Centre) was event 4 of 10 in the series, with big thanks to Paul O’Connor for organising the wonderful venue. 50 players attended today’s tournament, 7 rounds of 20+0.
Belfast Qualifier for the UK Blitz Championships 2023 took place on Sept 30th 2023
Players gathered at the brilliant venue of the Civil Service Pavilion, Belfast to play in one of the 8 qualifying tournaments across the UK. One of our most prestigous tournaments to be played in Ulster.
GM Simul Tickets 2024
So far, 16 tickets have been won for the February 2024 GM Simul, distributed as prizes at the Ulster Rapidplay (April 2023), Henderson Cup (May 2023) Ulster Championships (Aug 2023) and Summer Tournament (Sept 2023).
Summer Tournament Awards and fun tournament 2023
On Sept 27th players gathered at Civil Service Pavilion to celebrate the end of the UCU Summer Tournament. The evening consisted of a time based handicap tournament followed by the award ceremony.
FIDE Oct 23 rating report
Congratulations to the 13 players who made a FIDE rating debut on the 1st October rating list.
