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The Ringwood Rapidplay is this Sunday and there are still a few places available in the Rapid rated open and intermediate (Under 1800) events. In addition to the delights already mentioned above, we will be raffling a chess set with participants receiving a free entry to the raffle for the set. The ...

Fourth Ringwood Rapidplay congress with Open and Intermediate (U1800) sections. Total guaranteed prize fund £600. Entry fee unchanged from last year - £16 for adults and £12 for juniors. Snacks and hot food will be available to purchase, and tea, coffee and squash will be available free throughout t...

it is good to see the Grand's comeback continues. I'll be there and encouraging friends to visit for a great congress.

As in previous years, we have had a good entry to the rapidplay already.

If you intend to play this year, you would be wise to enter as soon as possible to avoid disapointment.

On-line entry: https://www.ringwoodchessclub.org.uk/rapidplay/

Third Ringwood Rapidplay congress with Open and Intermediate (U1800) sections. Total guaranteed prize fund £600. Entry fee just £16 for adults and £12 for juniors. Snacks and hot food will be available to purchase, and tea, coffee and squash will be available free throughout the day. The venue is ea...

Good to see the return of this congress and that they have kept the £1000 prize theme.

When it was run previously it very quickly became one of the "top 6" congresses!

Seeing the Dorset congress return reminded me of the last time (I think) it was held - won by Declan Lovelock. Does anyone know what happened to him? https://www.linkedin.com/in/******-********/ I could tell what I was told about his chess unmasking in public but I don't wish to worry Carl. It migh...