Lisbon Gambit

Beginners Friendly Tournament, 6:30PM @Royal Gorkha

Thu, Jun 4 · 6:30 PM WEST

The Royal Gorkha, R. Carvalho Araújo 110, 1900-181, Lisboa, PT

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1. Gathering from 6:30PM at The Royal Gorkha
2. Roll Call at 7:10PM
3. Tournament start: 7:15PM (beginner-friendly - read below)

The ticket will be 3€
Swiss-system tournament ... long story short:

• Fair pairing, no eliminations, black/white rotation maximized, never play twice with the same opponent.
• Clocks will be set on 5'+03”
• 6 rounds (3 rounds, then dinner break, then 3 more rounds)
• Max 40 players
• prizes: Pizza voucher for the winner (at Materia), free drink for the last in the final ranking, plus a mug randomly drawn.

🔎 Swiss-system management ensures, among other things, that everyone is paired with opponents with a similar score: if you lose the first round, you'll be paired with someone who lost too. The more rounds you play, the more likely you are to play against someone of your strength.
Swiss-system is non-eliminating, so you'll play the whole tournament no matter what your strength is! 🥳
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss-system_tournament
Developing your skill in chess has several perks also for your daily life, including but not limited to:

• handle pressure & stay focused
• be in control of your time
• act goal-oriented in hazy situations
• see the big picture
• plan a sound strategy & B-plans
• own your mistakes

Besides all that, playing is FUN and it's a great chance to make new friends!
*Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Chess & beers with Lisbon Gambit, from 6:30PM @The Royal Gorkha

Thu, Jun 11 · 6:30 PM WEST

The Royal Gorkha, R. Carvalho Araújo 110, 1900-181, Lisboa, PT

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Let's meet every Thursday from 6:30PM at The Royal Gorkha (100m from Alameda Metro stop)

1. Getting together for chess + food and drinks is all this is about
2. Players of any skill level are welcome, from total beginner to pro
3. Beginners and kids\ *are always welcome: just let the host know and she/he will match you with a more experienced player.
4. Have fun!

About the venue:

• It's in the citycenter! Super close to Alameda metro stop
  *It has the best vegan food in town!
• It has excellent drinks: craft beer, cocktails ... and more
  *No compulsory purchase policy! (although ... you know: let's be grateful!)
  *It's smoke-free

*Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Chess & beers with Lisbon Gambit, from 6:30PM @The Royal Gorkha

Thu, Jun 18 · 6:30 PM WEST

The Royal Gorkha, R. Carvalho Araújo 110, 1900-181, Lisboa, PT

Follow us on Instagram!
Let's meet every Thursday from 6:30PM at The Royal Gorkha (100m from Alameda Metro stop)

1. Getting together for chess + food and drinks is all this is about
2. Players of any skill level are welcome, from total beginner to pro
3. Beginners and kids\ *are always welcome: just let the host know and she/he will match you with a more experienced player.
4. Have fun!

About the venue:

• It's in the citycenter! Super close to Alameda metro stop
  *It has the best vegan food in town!
• It has excellent drinks: craft beer, cocktails ... and more
  *No compulsory purchase policy! (although ... you know: let's be grateful!)
  *It's smoke-free

*Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Chess & beers with Lisbon Gambit, from 6:30PM @The Royal Gorkha

Thu, Jun 25 · 6:30 PM WEST

The Royal Gorkha, R. Carvalho Araújo 110, 1900-181, Lisboa, PT

Follow us on Instagram!
Let's meet every Thursday from 6:30PM at The Royal Gorkha (100m from Alameda Metro stop)

1. Getting together for chess + food and drinks is all this is about
2. Players of any skill level are welcome, from total beginner to pro
3. Beginners and kids\ *are always welcome: just let the host know and she/he will match you with a more experienced player.
4. Have fun!

About the venue:

• It's in the citycenter! Super close to Alameda metro stop
  *It has the best vegan food in town!
• It has excellent drinks: craft beer, cocktails ... and more
  *No compulsory purchase policy! (although ... you know: let's be grateful!)
  *It's smoke-free

*Kids must be accompanied by an adult.