2013

Sean Vibbert Wins Cherry Blossom Classic in Virginia

The Cherry Blossom Classic was held on 19-21st April at the Mariott Washington Dulles Airport, 45020 Aviation Drive, Sterling VA 22166, Virginia.

104 players competed in four sections over the six rounds of Swiss pairings.

The Open section with 32 participants is rated with FIDE. Sean Vibbert (2337) convincingly won the group with perfect 6/6 score. IM Justin Sarkar (2510) finished second with 5/6 points.

The Reserve section (U2000) had 41 participants. Ryan Xu (1861) was the clear winner with 5/6 points.

The Amateur section (U1600) featured 31 participants. Evan Maxwell Ling (1484) took the first place with 5,5/6 points.

The prize fund was $6700 based on 130 entries.

Organizers: Jonathan Kenny and Andrew Rea
Chief Tournament Director: USCF Associate National TD Brennan Price

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott Hotel

Chessdom is dedicated to professional and independent coverage of chess news and events from all over the globe! Join us for live chess games, interviews, video and photo reports, and social media reactions. Follow the development of the strongest chess software, which affects all chess today, via the Top Chess Engine Championship with its 24/7 live broadcast with chat.

Copyright © 2007-2022 Chessdom.com

To Top