March 2, 2026 - March 13, 2026
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This event has already taken place. All information below is for reference only.
total Prize fund
$22,500
Event Type
Invitational Events
Format
In-Person
On Campus
Mar 2, 2026
Saint Louis Chess Club
The 2026 American Cup Blitz is a 9-round Swiss System tournament held at the Saint Louis Chess Club on March 3, featuring up to 100 players competing at a blitz time control of G/3+2 (game in three minutes plus a two-second increment from move one).
The Blitz Event brings together top competitors from the 2026 American Cup alongside invited guests from around the world in a fast-paced, high-energy format. A “no draw” rule is in effect throughout – no player may offer or accept a draw – ensuring decisive, fighting chess in every game.
With $22,500 in total prize money including under-rated category prizes, the American Cup Blitz rewards strong performances across the full rating spectrum.
The American Cup Blitz is a 9-round Swiss System tournament played at a time control of G/3+2. Rounds are paired according to the FIDE Swiss System with standard scoring (1 – ½ – 0). The higher of a player’s classical FIDE rating or blitz FIDE rating is used for pairings and prizes. A strict “no draw” rule is in effect — no player may offer or accept a draw. There are no playoffs for tied places; all prize money earned by tied players is split equally.
View complete standings for all 67 players on Chess-Results →
