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WildCard Open: Your Last Chance to Qualify for the Road to Al Ain

WildCard Open: Your Last Chance to Qualify for the Road to Al Ain

Your Last Chance to Qualify for the Road to Al Ain Echess Championship.

The WildCard Open is your final opportunity to qualify for The Road to Al Ain Echess Championship Grand Final. This event offers the remaining share of the USD $35,000 in qualifier prizes, with an additional USD $25,000 cash prize awaiting the Grand Final winner and top qualifiers.

Don’t miss your final chance to shine! Register now for the WildCard Open and secure your spot in the Road to Al Ain Echess Championship!

Event Overview

With players from across the globe vying for the final coveted spot, the WildCard Qualifiers offer a last chance to compete for ultimate chess glory.

Regional Final Champions

  • AO (Asia & Oceania): GM Pranav "chessplayer2000" Venkatesh (India)
  • EAS (Europe & Southern Africa): GM David “ensaladadecarne” Larino Nieto (Spain)
  • AM (Americas): GM Jose Eduardo "JospemG" Martinez Alcantara (Mexico)

The Road to Al Ain: A Global Chess Journey

With three Regional Finals completed, the tournament now shifts its focus to the WildCard Qualifiers, which are open for registration.

Wildcard Qualifiers: The Last Leg

Dates: December 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025

The WildCard Qualifiers feature a Swiss-format tournament followed by a knockout phase to determine the final participant in the Grand Final. This is the last opportunity for players to join the champions from AO (Asia & Oceania), EAS (Europe & Southern Africa), and AM (Americas) in the Grand Final.

Qualifier Match Schedule:

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December 21, 2024

December 22, 2024

December 28, 2024

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January 5, 2025: Wildcard Single-Elimination Knockout Tournament 

Following the Swiss-format WildCard Open, a Single-Elimination Knockout Tournament on January 5, 2025 will feature players from Asia & Oceania (AO), Europe & Southern Africa (EAS), Americas (AM), and the top qualifiers from the WildCard Open.

Grand Final: January 14, 2025

The Grand Final at the Danat Al Ain Resort promises an unforgettable chess showdown in a double-elimination knockout format. Witness the crowning of a deserving champion as Al Ain Chess and Mind Games Club continues its legacy of excellence on the global stage.

✨ Free to enter. One final shot at glory.

Key Dates to Remember

  • January 5, 2025: The WildCard Single-Elimination KO Tournament will feature top players from Asia & Oceania, Europe & Southern Africa, and the Americas regions, alongside the top WildCard qualifiers.
  • January 14, 2025: The Grand Final will take place at the Danat Al Ain Resort, showcasing a double-elimination knockout format among the four finalists.

Key Tournament Highlights

  • Free to Enter: Participation in the WildCard Qualifiers is completely free.
  • Redemption Games: Players can join multiple qualifiers to increase their chances of advancing.
  • Generous Prizes: Compete for your share of the USD $60,000 prize pool, including USD $35,000 across the qualifiers and USD $25,000 for the Grand Final.
  • Travel Costs Covered: Finalists will receive flights, five-star accommodations, and meals at the Danat Al Ain Resort in the UAE.

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Don’t miss your final chance to shine! Register now for the WildCard Open and secure your spot in the Road to Al Ain $60,000 Echess Championship!

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* $60,000 includes Checkmate Live crowns, pro passes, USDC, and a USD $25,000 Grand Final prize pool.
** All entrants must be able to travel and compete in the Live Final in the UAE on January 14, 2025. Flights and accommodations are included.

Frequently Asked Questions

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