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The Swedish Open will be hosted at the stunning Vår Gård Saltsjöbaden, a hotel nestled on the shores of the Saltsjöbaden Water with breathtaking views. The serene setting offers a tranquil escape where players can enjoy their downtime amidst the tournament action. Whether you’re relaxing between rounds or soaking in the view, the picturesque landscape of Vår Gård will be an integral part of your Swedish experience.

E-mail: sobackgammon@gmail.com

Phone: +46 70 776 70 70

Address: Ringvägen 6, 133 35, Saltsjöbaden Stockholm, Sweden

43rd Swedish Open

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Main Event Format

Full double-elimination, no re-buys. You can still win first place with one loss. Eliminated with two losses. No Last Chance. Players who lose a match drop to a Fighters bracket. The winner of the Fighters bracket plays the last undefeated player in a single Finals match.

Division	Entry Fee	Reg. Fee	Side Pool	Length	Clocks
Main	€420	€80	€200	11 Points	Required
Intermediate	€200	€50	€100	9 Points	Required

Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The main event will be limited to 128 players! / The intermediate event will be limited to 64 players!

All the events have a registration fee, with a 100% return on both the prize pool and the side pools.

There will be €15,000 in added money distributed as follows:

Warm Up €2,000 – Main €5,000 – Super Doubles €4,000 – Intermediate €2,000 – Ladies €500 – Auction €1,500

Each division will pay at least three places, depending on the number of entries. The Advanced Division is limited to players not considered to be strong Championship level.

Play begins Wednesday at 16:00. If you lose in the main bracket, you get a second chance. If you lose there, you will be in the Last Chance draw on Sunday morning. Last Chance on Sunday is a fresh draw for those who did not cash in the main event.

We follow the WBGF tournament rules.

We strongly recommend that you book your room and entrance ASAP!

To ensure your participation, please send an email to: sobackgammon@gmail.com

Side Events

Super Doubles	Entry: €450 / Side Pool: €200 Registration Fee: €50 Double-Elimination, 7 Points Clocks Required
Super Jackpot	Entry: €450 / Side Pool: €200 Registration Fee: €50 Single-Elimination, 11 Points Clocks Required
DMP	Entry: €20 Registration Fee: €5 Single-Elimination, 1 Point Clocks Preferred
SpeedGammon	Entry: €40 Registration Fee: €10 Single-Elimination, 5 Points Clocks Required
Seniors	Entry: €40 Registration Fee: €10 Single-Elimination, 5 Points Clocks Required
Ladies	Entry: €40 Registration Fee: €10 Single-Elimination, 7 Points Clocks Required
LaGammon	Entry: €20 Registration Fee: €5 Single-Elimination, 1 Points Clocks Preferred

Events Schedule

Wednesday July 9th	16:00 – Start of Registration 19:00 – Start of Free Warm-Up (€2,000 Added Money)
Thursday July 10th	11:00 – Start of Masters and Intermediate 19:00 – Dinner Break 21:00 – Mini Jackpots, Seniors, DMP and Speedgammon
Friday July 11th	11:00 – Start of Play 19:00 – Dinner Break 21:00 – Play Resumes
Saturday July 12th	11:00 – Start of Play 14:00 – Start of Ladies (€500 Added Money) 15:00 – Start of Super Jackpot 19:00 – Dinner Break 21:00 – Play Resumes
Sunday July 13th	11:00 – Start of Play 11:00 – Last Chance & Finals 17:30 – Prize Giving Ceremony
IMPORTANT NOTICE	The Main Event will be limited to 128 players! The Intermediate Event will be limited to 64 players!

€15,000 Euro Added!

Qualifier Tournament

Hotel Reservation

Hotel by the Sea

Vår Gård Saltsjöbaden

Welcome to the hotel at Vår Gård, your refuge from everyday life and a gem in Saltsjöbaden. Located in the Stockholm archipelago with scenic surroundings. A place for relaxation and recreation with proximity to the pulse of the city.

Single Room

Our single rooms are tastefully decorated, featuring comfortable beds from Carpe Diem. The rooms are excellently located near the pier, sauna, and relaxation area.

Available Rates: Tue Jul 08 – Sat Jul 12, 4 Nights, 1 Guest

Special Backgammon Rates / Promo Code: BG2025

3,980 SEK / Breakfast / 1 Guest / Non-Refundable

4,466 SEK / Breakfast / 1 Guest / Free Cancellation Until July 2nd

Mini Double Room

Our mini double rooms are tastefully decorated, featuring comfortable beds from Carpe Diem. The rooms are excellently located near the pier, sauna, and relaxation area.

Available Rates: Tue Jul 08 – Sat Jul 12, 4 Nights, 1-2 Guest

Special Backgammon Rates / Promo Code: BG2025

5,516 SEK / Breakfast / 1-2 Guest / Holiday Package

5,726 SEK / Breakfast / 1-2 Guest / Free Cancellation Until July 2nd

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