Garry kasparov chess board
As he approaches the players table, the player must make his move so that Garry can see it. Garry plays with White and moves in a clockwise direction around the room. It is recommended that each competitor stand up to shake his hand and hold the handshake until the photographer is done. It is recommended that Garry do a “dummy” round without making moves so that everybody gets a good photograph shaking hands with him. (Watch out for general lighting being adequate but the lighting directly over the chess sets being insufficient for Garry to see the board at a glance.) The lighting over all boards needs to be very good. Avoid clutter on the playing tables, preferably no drinks on playing tables. Ask spectators to keep the noise level down. Players can keep their scoresheets signed by Kasparov. Scoresheets and pencils to be provided by the organizer. Organize a knowledgeable “Chess Person” to set up the room, arrange the sets and scoresheets and generally take charge of the chess aspect of the event. Good quality chess sets should be provided with no lightweight pieces. A diagram of the recommended layout is attached. Tables set up in a rectangle with only Kasparov allowed in the middle. Sponsor/Organizer may present to each playerīooks – If it fits with the Sponsor’s objectives, we can arrange for one of Garry’s books to be shipped to the site for individual signing.ĭate selection, agreement and deposit payment should all be done months in advance. If the sponsor/organizer requires serious players who want a serious match, this is a different sort of evening with four to five hours scheduled and is a very different event. No coaching or computer assistance is permitted. No player who has ever held a Rating of 2000 or over is permitted–it is contrary to the spirit of the simul and to the agreement. Players must be true amateurs who have 1999 ELO points or less, no exceptions. The format of the evening is up to the sponsor. Some sponsors just serve cocktails and hors’ d’oeuvres during play. Optional Extra: Garry makes 15 minutes speech and takes Q&A for 15 minutes There are two fees – one without speech and one with speech.Įvents have a maximum of 20 “players” and as many people as the sponsor/organizer wishes attending dinner. The sponsor/organizer is responsible for all arrangements, the venue, the simul, the players, the other guests, publicity (if required), catering, gifts etc.Įvery event is different, but this is typical:ĥ pm – Welcome – players assigned tables – photo op.ĥ:15 – Organizer welcomes players and announces simple rules before play startsħ:15 – Play coming to an end (a simul can last 2 – 3 hours)ħ:30 – Concluding remarks by host and Garry takes 2- 3 questionsħ:45 – Cocktails or dinner – If organizer wants Garry to sign his book, this is the time
Simuls usually commence in the late afternoon or early evening and usually last between two and three hours. The key to a simul is to make it fun and a memorable experience for the participants and sponsors alike – not serious competitive chess. A MIXTURE OF CHESS AND CORPORATE ENTERTAINMENT