Swiss Pairs Congress - 22nd February 2026
The congress is open to ALL players at ALL levels (no restriction on MPs). Please see the detailed information below.
The SA Bridge Association Swiss Pairs Congress will be held on Sunday, February 22nd from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM at Unley.
It is open to ALL players at ALL levels. Members of other clubs are also invited to participate.
Congress Director: Tbc
Session Times: 9.30 am to 1.00 pm and 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm.
The Swiss pairs will be played both in the morning and afternoon. It will be played as 1, 2 or 3 sections depending on the number of entries.
Categories: Open, <500 masterpoints each, and <100 masterpoints each, provided that each section has a sufficient number of players.
Cash prizes for:
- Open – First, Second and Third place
- Restricted – First and Second place
- Novice – First and Second place (depending on the number of entries)
Entry Fee:
$40 per player (80 per pair) – Attendance at both sessions is compulsory (includes a light lunch and the table fees for both morning and afternoon bridge sessions for 2 persons). Registrations close on Thursday, 19th February at midnight. Late registrations may be accepted at the discretion of the club if we need to make up even number of pairs. Register on **MyABF**
Register via MyABF. Event link: https://myabf.com.au/events/congress/view/3777/1
How it works:
Scoring will be by match points (normal pairs scoring). Competitors will play a succession of 8 board matches, earning red master points for each match they win.
A Swiss draw will be used for each round after the first, so from round two onwards, pairs will play against opponents with a similar aggregate. The field may be divided into sections during the lunch break.
Lunch Arrangements:
A light lunch will be provided. Tea and coffee are now available at the café bars in the main room and in the front lounge. A vending machine in the front lounge also provides soft drinks and snacks.
Registrations close Thursday 19th February.
Entries
View entries on MyABF https://myabf.com.au/events/congress/view/3777/1