$60,000 Asian Club Cup, 24-31 December in Al Ain, UAE Print
Friday, 21 November 2008 16:35
asianThe Asian Chess Federation has the honor to invite all Asian National Chess Federations affiliated to FIDE to participate in the 1st Asian Chess Club Championship sponsored by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and organized by the Al Ain Chess Club under the auspices of the UAE Chess Federation from 24th (arrival) to 31st December 2008 (closing) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Download the  regulations  and  registration  form.

Trophies, medals and certificates will be awarded to the top 3 teams. A total of $60,000 in cash prizes shall be awarded as follows:

First Team             US$20,000

Second Team             $12,000

Third Team                 $  8,000

Fourth Team               $  6,000

Fifth Team                   $  4,000

Special group prizes of $5,000 shall be awarded at $1,000 each for five rating groups to be grouped before the tournament.

Cash prizes of $5,000 for boards 1 to 5 shall be awarded based on performance rating with $500 for gold, $300 for silver and $200 for bronze medals.