London Open 2025

Important Information and Rules

The TD's reserve the right to change any format if required for the smooth running of the tournament.

If you are more than 15 minutes late for your match you will forfeit.

All matches are clock mandatory. If clocks are not available you must use a timer app.

The standard rules as set out in the UKBGF Rules and Code of Conduct will apply in this event. A copy of these will be available for inspection at the event.  The TDs may be called to make rulings during play.  Players can appeal their decisions; these will go to a ruling committee comprising of three respected backgammon players at the event.

There will be some boards available at the venue, but we advise you bring your own board where possible.  The use of baffle boxes is optional.

If there is any problem or dispute, you must report it to the TD as soon as it is noticed.  There will be a ruling committee (RC) made up from players at the event.  You may appeal the decision of the TD to the RC who's decision is final.

If you wish to record and submit your matches to BMAB you must inform a TD before the tournament starts.  If your opponent is recording their match you cannot object. Private recordings must not be shared online without the permission of the opponent. Transcriptions should be shared with opponents if requested.

Some selected matches like the final of the undefeated, fighters and Main will be live streamed by us likely with commentary.

Taking photos of the board is permitted but the clock must not be paused whilst doing so.

Dice landing on checkers are permitted provided they are not cocked.

The TD's reserve the right to change any aspect of the format to enable the smooth running of the tournament.

Your entry is not confirmed until you have paid your registration fee.  Only the first 96/64 players who pay in each flight will be confirmed.  Everyone else will go on a waiting list in case any players drop out.

Registration fees will only be refunded if you withdraw 7 or more days before the start of the tournament unless a replacement player is found.

The London Open is run by Backgammon London and the Tournament directors are Andrew Selby and David Potter.