Join us for the 2025 GT Chess Open! The GT Chess Open is Georgia Tech’s premier open-to-the-public chess tournament, bringing together players of all ages and skill levels for a full day of competition, community, and strategic fun. Hosted by the GT Chess Club and held in the Georgia Tech Exhibition Hall on Saturday, September 27 from 11 AM to 6:30 PM, this year’s event features 4 USCF-rated rounds, prizes, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone from beginners to seasoned competitors.
Sign up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceiTzt30PfiANFSY7r9VEClvjaDQe3sfddxYC1DsDwIdMyDA/viewform
GT Chess Open
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Where: Exhibition Hall (460 4th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30332)
$700 in Projected Prizes ($400 in Open, $300 in Reserve)
Tournament Information / Advanced Entries: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10efyol22Hlr6QsOUOfDjCqCh3sUdxHLSK2F4Pj0jSco
Sign Up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceiTzt30PfiANFSY7r9VEClvjaDQe3sfddxYC1DsDwIdMyDA/viewform
Two Sections
Open (Open to All, USCF Rated, G/30 d5 for rounds 1-2, G/40 d5 for rounds 3-4)
Entry Fee: $30 by 9/15, $40 by 9/26 (no onsite registration)
Projected Prizes: $170 - $100 - $65, U1800: $65 ($400 b/20)
Reserve (U1500, USCF Rated, 4 Rounds of G/40 d5)
Entry Fee: $25 by 9/15, $35 by 9/26 (no onsite registration)
Projected Prizes: $124 - $75 - $50, U1000: $50 ($300 b/20)
Round Times: 11:00 - (Lunch) - 1:30 - 3:15 - 5:00
Contact Info:
Email: sbudideti3@gatech.edu
text: 612-805-8695
Pay Entry Fee to Saketh
Venmo: @saketh-budideti
Zelle: 612-805-8695
PayPal: @SakethBudideti
In-person Cash
IF YOU HAVE A CLOCK AND A BOARD, PLEASE TRY TO BRING ONE!
NOTE: Registration is limited to the first 100 people.
Note: Form will close at 11:59pm on 9/25. If you signed up and can no longer make it for the tournament, please email/text to be eligible for a refund.