The Grand Chess Tour

<p>A staple since 2019, the SuperUnited Croatia Grand Chess Tour signals the third tournament and midway point of the Grand Chess Tour. Continuing in&nbsp;the thrilling&nbsp;fashion of rapid and blitz format, exciting displays of chess play and blunders under time pressure will certainly&nbsp;keep fans entertained.</p>

Rapid 25 min

SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz Croatia

Yes, this tournament is FIDE Rated and will affect your FIDE Rating.

Is it rated?

A win has a base score of 2 points, a draw 1 point, and a loss is worth no points. If you win two games consecutively you will start a double point streak, represented by a flame icon. The following games will continue to be worth double points until you fail to win a game. That is, awin will be worth 4 points, a draw 2 points, and a loss will still not award any points. For example, two wins followed by a draw will be worth 6 points: 2 + 2 + (2 x 1)

How are scores calculated?

The player(s) with the most points at the conclusion of the tournament's set time limit will be announced winner(s). When two players have the same number of points, the tournament performance is the tie break.

How is the winner decided?

At the beginning of the tournament, players are paired based on their rating. As soon as you finish a game, return to the tournament lobby: you will then be paired with aplayer close to your ranking. This ensures minimum wait time, however you may not face all other players in the tournament. Play fast and return to the lobby to play more games and win more points.

July 18		Player Arrival
July 19		Opening Ceremony

July 20	3:00 PM	Rapid Round 1
	4:30 PM	Rapid Round 2
	6:00 PM	Rapid Round 3

July 21	3:00 PM	Rapid Round 4
	4:30 PM	Rapid Round 5
	6:00 PM	Rapid Round 6

July 22	3:00 PM	Rapid Round 7
	4:30 PM	Rapid Round 8
	6:00 PM	Rapid Round 9

July 23	3:00 PM	Blitz Day 1 (Every 30 minutes)

July 24	2:00 PM	Blitz Day 2 (Every 30 minutes)
		Playoffs (If Necessary)
		Closing Ceremony

July 25		Player Departure