| June 5 to 8, 2008 | Riviera Hotel & Casino |
| LAS VEGAS INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL | |
June 6-8 or June 7-8, 2008
| National Open | Sections, Schedules & Fees | Prizes |
The National Open
is one of America's longest running, premier Open tournaments.
First established by Ed Edmondson in the 1960's, Fred Gruenberg and Al Losoff have been responsible for the National Open for over two decades now, and have built its well-deserved reputation as "The Chess Vacation of the Year."
In recent years, Fred and Al have added additional championships, and the National Open has grown to become the centerpiece of the Las Vegas International Chess Festival.
The 2008 National Open once again offers a $100,000 Prize Fund this year based on only 850 players with $75,000 absolutely guaranteed. Over the last dozen years that figure has been exceeded several times. As always, the National Open is a 6 round Swiss System tournament, and you can choose between the standard 3-day or alternate 2-day playing schedules. Half-point byes are available for all rounds, with proper notice to the Tournament Directors or with your advance entry. As always, there are plenty of fun extras, the Riviera's great hotel rates (reserve before May 19th!), and numerous companion events in this year's Las Vegas International Chess Festival. Chess sets and boards provided for tournament play only; not for skittles. Please bring chess clocks! The 2008 National Open is a non-smoking tournament (there will be an outdoor smoking area), is fully wheelchair accessible, and the Championship section is FIDE rated.
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