This is a knockout event, with matches played exclusively online.
It is open to teams consisting of four to six players, all of whom are members of the 'home union' federations.
Matches prior to the semi-finals will be played over 24 boards, the semi-finals and the final being 32 boards.
A Plate competition is available for teams which lose their first match, so everyone is guaranteed at least two matches.
Holders
2016 Cup - Roger Bryant, Stephen Green, Rob Helle, Ed Hoogenkamp & Martin Jones
2016 Plate - Philip Norman, Krzysztof Ginda, Mark Hooper & Joanne Norman
Timetable
Round | To be completed by |
|---|---|
I | 29th January |
II | 27th February |
III | 29th March |
Semi-finals | 28th April |
Final | 29th May |
Entry Fees
£30 per team |
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Master Points
Main competition:
| Round | I | II | III | Semi | Final |
| Green Points | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Plate competition:
| Round | I | II | Semi | Final |
| Blue Points | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Agreements
Level 4 agreements are permitted in this event.