7th Annual Carolinas Classic
Official webisete:
https://www.charlottechesscenter.org/carolinasclassic
Start Date: 9 June 2023
End Date: 11 June 2023
Format: Open / Over the board
Time Control: 115' + 5"
Country: United States 
Prize Fund: 13,913 EUR
First Prize: 1,484 EUR
Abstract:
5-round Swiss open tournament in Charlotte, NC
Description:
The 7th Annual Carolinas Classic features an increased $15,000 guaranteed prize fund in 10 sections and a FREE $1,000 Blitz Tournament for all participants!
In addition to the main events and side events, participants may engage with special guest GM Sam Shankland who will lead Q&A's, blitz challenges, game analysis, and more throughout the event! Former World Champion, GM Veselin Topalov, and world renowned trainer GM Jacob Aagaard will also be present and hold a book signing/autograph session on Sunday of the event.
List of participants: https://chess.stream/ccc/carolinasclassic/PreEntries
Conditions and Invitations - Dr. Walter High, wmhigh@nc.rr.com
Other inquiries - events@charlottechesscenter.org