*** Our organization is proud to announce that on 16th of January, Monday, right after Istanbul Open 2012, we will offer a special visit to the highest building of Turkiye with 54 floors, named Sapphire where an optional 3D city trip simulation will be offered for those who want to take it by making an extra payment of 30 Euros. (Transfers are included)***
PROGRAMME*:
13th January 2012, Friday:
14:00.................Opening of playing room, "BG 4 BG" and "1 Pointer" side actions.
16:00.................Explanation of Modern Backgammon gameplay rules.
17:30.................Draw for "Warm-Up" and "869BG Cup" side actions.
18:00.................Start of "Warm-Up".
18:30.................Start of "869BG Cup".
20:00.................Opening Cocktail.
21:00.................Last registration and the draw for the main event.
21:30.................Start of main event matches.
02:00.................End of first day.
14th January 2012, Saturday:
13:00.................Main event gameplay continues and the start of "Consolation" rounds.
14:00................."BG 4 BG" and "1 Pointer" side actions continue.
16:00.................Start of "Istanbul 2012 Doubles Consultation” side action.
20:00.................Dinner break.
22:00.................Start of "Swing" side action.
02:00.................End of second day with the end of "Swing" side action.
15th January 2012, Sunday:
13:00.................Start of "Last Chance" rounds.
13:30................."BG 4 BG" and "1 Pointer" side actions continue.
14:00.................Start of Finals for all categories and divisions.
21:00.................Awarding Ceremony.
* The organisation reserves the right to change the program in any of its parts. Changes will be announced in advance.
For the rules and program, click here >>>
For the accomodation details, click here >>>
For the movie&photo shots from Istanbul Open 2011, click here >>>