USA vs. Japan

The top players from both powerhouse countries compete in this exclusive side event!

Win a P-40 Board!

The Winner of the Unlucky Dice Last Chance will receive a customized P-40 Board!

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OLYMPIAD OF BACKGAMMON

USA vs. Japan
Team Competition

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Win a Custom
FTH Board!

LECTURE CONDUCTED BY

Mochy Mochizuki & Michy Kageyama

The Chicago Open main is run under a "More Swiss" ABT format

The tournament format for both the ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions will be "More Swiss." Players will not be eliminated from the main event until they receive their fourth loss.

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Watch a replay of the 2017 Chicago Open championship final match!

Reserve your room

The Holiday Inn & Suites is offering a special rate of $109 per night for single or double occupancy.
Be sure to mention the Chicago Open Backgammon Tournament when making your reservations.
Book online at HIRosemont.com and enter the group code B18 or call 800-972-2494 or 847-954-8600.

All reservations must be made by May 14, 2018 to guarantee the group rate.

$500

Added prize money for USBGF members!

U.S. Backgammon Federation members are eligible for $500 in added money! Join or renew now or at the tournament USBGF membership desk.

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Free USBGF Trial Memberships for Novices

Players who are new to backgammon are encouraged to play the Chicago Open Novice division. The U.S. Backgammon Federation will gift all Novice entrants a 1-year USBGF trial membership, plus a backgammon book prize to improve your game!

Watch all the action from the Chicago Open streamed live on Twitch!

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