4-round Swiss tournament

Time Control: G/45;+10

Sections:

Open (2000+)

Class A (1800–1999)

Class B (1600–1799)

Class C (1400–1599)

Class D (1200–1399)

U1200

Players within 100 points of a higher section may play up for an additional $5.

Schedule:

Rd 1: 9:00 AM

Rd 2: 11:10 AM

Rd 3: 1:35 PM

Rd 4: 3:45 PM

Entry Fees:

$30 by Apr 24

$35 by Apr 29

$40 by May 1

$45 on-site

Free entry for titled players (GM/WGM/IM/WIM/FM/WFM)

Important:

All sections USCF dual-rated

USCF membership required

May 2026 ratings used for eligibility

Max 2 half-point byes (see rules)

Boards, sets, clocks, and pens provided

Prize Fund: $1000 (based on 80 entries)

Open:

1st $120, 2nd $90, 3rd $60, U2200 $30

Class A:

1st $90, 2nd $60, 3rd $40

Class B/C/D:

1st $60, 2nd $45, 3rd $30

U1200:

1st $40, 2nd $30, 3rd $20, U800 $15

Re-entry allowed after rounds 1 or 2 with half-point byes

Fee: $5 after round 1, $10 after round 2

Refunds allowed until 1 hour before round 1 (5% fee)

Contact:

Richard Smouse

(480) 390-9528

Rising Star May Grand Prix