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Disciplines and competitions ............................................................................................................... 3
Format .................................................................................................................................................. 3
Schedule ............................................................................................................................................... 4
FMJD people in Beijing ....................................................................................................................... 5
Registration data .................................................................................................................................. 7
COMPETITOR’S COMMITMENT .................................................................................................... 9
TECHNICAL OFFICIAL’S COMMITMENT .................................................................................. 13
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With this document I would like to present all basic data connected with 4th edition of Sport
Accord World Mind Games.
All participants should take carry about deadlines for registration (see chapter about registration
data). This is very important. This deadlines are: October 5th for all players and September 10th for
others (officials, referees, staff). All potential players not sure to be a participant yet, please take
carry about Your passports. After Bacoli Open it is just few days!
Same as previous years also reserve players can be registered. Even more – should be registered.
Registration costs nothing (just send me a data), but reserve players can be taken only from
registered before the deadline. Please also study text of player’s and officials commitment which
need to be accepted.
With any question – do not hesitate to mail me.
Jacek Pawlicki
(FMJD-TD)
Szczecin, August 5th 2014
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Disciplines and competitions
4 disciplines (2 x 4 sets of medals):
1. Rapid
2. Blitz
3. Super-blitz
4. Checkers (American Draughts)
Format

Rapid
20'+5”
Swiss – 7 rounds, standard FMJD rules

Blitz
5'+3”
Round-robin, standard FMJD rules, drawing during official technical meeting

Super-blitz
5'+2”
Round-robin, tie-breaks decision:

-
Result between tied player(s)
-
Better result with the best opponent
-
Better result in blitz tournament
Checkers:
o Each round consist of 2 games between players
o 1st 3 rounds - 30 moves per first hour, and then 15 minutes for rest of the game.
o Round 4-6 - each game at 15 min + 5 sec increments
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Schedule
Monday Dec 8th
Technical Delegate Arriving day
Tuesday Dec 9th
Arriving day for the other groups
Wednesday Dec 10th 18:30 – 19:30 Welcome Reception
19:30 – 20:30 Opening Ceremony
20:30 – official technical meeting (referee and players) -> playing room
Thursday Dec 11th
14:00 – 19:00
Rapid (men&women) rounds 1-4
Checkers round 1
Friday Dec 12th
14:00 – 19:00
19:00
Saturday Dec 13th
Rapid (men&women) rounds 5-7
Checkers round 2
Awarding ceremony Rapid M/W
14:00 – 19:00
Blitz (men&women) rounds 1-8
Checkers round 3
Sunday Dec 14th
14:00 – 19:00
19:00
Monday Dec 15th
14:00 – 19:00
14:00
Tuesday Dec 16th
Blitz men rounds 9-15
Blitz women round 9-11 (start at 16:00)
Checkers – day of rest
Awarding ceremony Blitz M/W
Super-blitz men&women rounds 1-6
Checkers round 4
Draughts visiting schools (this will be discussed with SA)
14:00 – 19:00
Super-blitz men&women rounds 7-11
Checkers round 5
Wednesday Dec 17th 09:30 – 13:00
17:00
20:00
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Super-blitz men rounds 12-15
Women – day of rest
Checkers round 6
Awarding ceremony Super-Blitz M/W, Checkers
Closing banquet
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FMJD people in Beijing
Man players (max 3 from one country)
1. Male player (1) – best from Africa in World Cup
2. Male player (2) – best from America in World Cup
3. Male player (3) – best from Asia in World Cup
4. Male player (4) – best from Europe in World Cup
5. Male player (5) – China – wild card
6. Male player (6) – in order of World Cup #1
7. Male player (7) – in order of World Cup #2
8. Male player (8) – in order of World Cup #3
9. Male player (9) – in order of World Cup #4
10. Male player (10) – in order of World Cup #5
11. Male player (11) – in order of World Cup #6
12. Male player (12) – in order of World Cup #7
13. Male player (13) – in order of World Cup #8
14. Male player (14) – in order of World Cup #9
15. Male player (15) – in order of World Cup #10
16. Male player (16) – in order of World Cup #11
Female players (max 2 from one country)
17. Female player (1) – in order of World Cup #1
18. Female player (2) – in order of World Cup #2
19. Female player (3) – in order of World Cup #3
20. Female player (4) – in order of World Cup #4
21. Female player (5) – in order of World Cup #5
22. Female player (6) – in order of World Cup #6
23. Female player (7) – in order of World Cup #7
24. Female player (8) – in order of World Cup #8
25. Female player (9) – in order of World Cup #9
26. Female player (10) – in order of World Cup #10
27. Female player (11) – in order of World Cup #11
28. Female player (12) – China – wild card
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Checkers players
29. Checker player (1) - Michele Borghetti (Italy)
30. Checker player (2) - Sergio Scarpetta (Italy)
31. Alex Moiseyev (USA)
32. Lubabalo Kondlo (South Africa)
Officials and staff
33. FMJD President – Harry Otten (Netherlands)
34. Technical Delegate – Jacek Pawlicki (Poland)
35. Media Officer – Marcel Kosters (Netherlands)
36. TV Commentator – Andreas Kuyken (Switzerland)
37. IT specialist – Bartosz Socha (Poland)
Referees
38. Main referee – Frank Teer (Netherlands)
39. Deputy referee – Richard Beckwith (USA)
40. Deputy referee – Airat Nurgaziyev (Kazakhstan)
41. Deputy referee – China
42. Deputy referee – China
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Registration data
Personal
Family Name
Given Name
_____________________________
_____________________________
Name on Accreditation Card _____________________________________
(Name showed on the accreditation card)
Date of Birth
_________________ (dd/mm/yyyy)
Place of Birth
_____________________
Passport
Passport number
_______________________
Passport Issue Date
_______________________
Passport Expiration Date
______________________
Visa Information
Place of Visa Issue
___________________________
City where the VISA will be applied ____________________________
Address
Street
_____________________________
House Number
_____________________________
City
____________________________
Zip Code
____________________________
Country
___________________________
Contact
Email
_________________________
Phone Number 1
____________________________
Phone Number 2
____________________________
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Accommodation Request
(please point name of other player(s) with whom You are ready to share a room, if it will be necessary)
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Travel (this information can be delivered later)
Arrival
Date
Time
_________________ (dd/mm/yyyy)
_________________
Departure City
Departure
Date
Time
________________________________
_________________ (dd/mm/yyyy)
_________________
Destination City ________________________________
(*) You can ask for ticket also for earlier and late departure if You like. Accommodation costs for
additional days are at Your own expanses.
Mandatory appendix:
5. Photo for accreditation card.
(300< photo <500k, 40mm x 32mm standard passport)
Passport Copy (page with photo)
This data with appendix needs to be send to me before deadline!
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COMPETITOR’S COMMITMENT
International Federation: FMJD
Sport(s)/discipline(s):
First Name:
Family name:
Address:
Nationality:
Gender:
Date of birth:
If a minor, name and address of the legal guardian(s):
1. I agree and commit myself to participate in the SPORTACCORD World Mind Games 2014
(« the Event ») in Beijing (11-17 December 2014) and to compete with respect for the rules
of my sport and fair play.
2. I am aware that the Draughts competition at the Event is governed by the competition rules
of the World Draughts Federation (FMJD) and I undertake to comply with such rules which
are fully known to me.
3. I therefore agree to be submitted to such rules, regulations, and procedures to the jurisdiction
of the bodies which are in charge of applying them.
4. I undertake to behave properly under all circumstances and contribute in all aspects to the
good image of the Event and of the HOST.
5. Through my participation in the Event I commit to promote the celebration of sport in an
international community with respect for cultures and customs from all over the world.
6. I accept to abstain from political actions, statements or comments during the Event.
SPORTACCORD will not be responsible for any political, financial or other sanctions that
local or national authorities may impose on me.
7. I accept that SPORTACCORD has the final authority to exclude me from the Event in case
of non-compliance with this commitment or in case of misconduct, the meaning of which
shall take into account local customs and traditions.
8. I am aware that my participation in the Event requires a perfect health condition and a high
level of physical fitness. By starting the Event, I confirm that I consider to be in a perfect
health condition and that I have not received any information, including without limitation,
advice by a physician or another person, that my health might be negatively affected or my
level of fitness not be sufficient to participate in the Event.
9. I agree that I will be responsible for any damage that I may cause to persons or property
and that I will be liable for indemnifying such damage subject to any rights that I may have
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under any applicable insurance policy. Therefore I accept that SPORTACCORD (including
its members, directors, officers, employers, volunteers, contractors or agents) shall not be
liable under any circumstances for any damages caused during the Event or in connection
with it and for any loss of property, business, revenue, profits, opportunities, goodwill,
reputation or any type of special, indirect or consequential loss whatsoever (even if such
loss was reasonably foreseeable), including those caused by equipment or material provided
by SPORTACCORD or any of its sub-contractors.
10. I accept and agree that I participate in the Event at my own expense except for such costs
as SPORTACCORD, the Host City, FMJD, or any other party accepts to bear. Costs that
are at my expense may include but are not limited to costs related to the visa application
process, including costs related to transit visa, costs related to obtaining a new accreditation
card in the event of the original being damaged or lost and costs related to unauthorized
cancellation of my participation in the Event, personal expenses such as mini-bar, personal
phone calls, laundry.
11. I accept to travel to the Host City and back by airplane with an airline carrier as decided by
SPORTACCORD and the HOST. A round-trip ticket will be provided from the closest airport
of my city of residence to the Host City and back.
12. I accept to arrive two (2) nights before the start of the competition of my sport and I accept
to leave after breakfast the day after the day of my last participation in the competition or
award ceremony or in the cultural programme, subject to availability of airplane seat and any
possibility to extend my stay at my own costs and outside the frame of the Event.
13. After the closing of the Event registration, any costs caused by my travel changes or
cancellation will be covered by myself (except for such costs as SPORTACCORD or FMJD
or the HOST has accepted to bear).
14. During my participation in the Event I shall stay in the hotel that will have been selected by
the HOST. The cost of accommodation and of three (3) meals per day (drinks not included)
as provided by the HOST shall be at the expense of the Host City.
15. I accept that it is my responsibility to be informed on the starting time of all competitions of
my sport and the transportation schedules, as provided for by the Host, and of being present
and ready to play on time, with the exclusion of circumstances outside my control (i.e. traffic,
security checks, etc.).
16. I accept and agree not to bring into the competition area or to possess or use in the
competition area any electronic devices (for example mobile phones, pagers, smart phones,
pocket computers etc.), unless authorised by the Technical Delegate and under applicable
rules. I accept and agree to be inspected in order to ensure compliance with the present
clause.
17. I accept and agree to attend the official functions of the Event, including banquets, cultural
and educational activities to which I may be invited.
18. I accept and agree not to smoke or to consume alcoholic beverages at the competition
venue, except in such areas where smoking or consuming alcoholic beverages might be
explicitly allowed and in such case only after the end of the matches or games in which I
have to participate on a given day.
19. I recognise SPORTACCORD as Major Event Organization as defined under the World AntiDoping Code and as ruling body for the Event. I accept to be subject to the anti-doping rules
of SPORTACCORD. In particular I accept to submit to doping control by or at the request
of SPORTACCORD and I accept consequences and sanctions as well as the jurisdiction of
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SPORTACCORD and of the Court of Arbitration for Sports as provided for in the anti-doping
rules of SPORTACCORD which I can consult on www.sportaccord.com.
20. I consent and agree to the creation of my profile in the WADA Doping Control Clearinghouse
(ADAMS) under SPORTACCORD’s agreement for the sharing of information, and to the
entry of my data in this system as per the ADAMS Athlete’s Information Form permanently
published on its website and available as Appendix in the SPORTACCORD Multi-Sports
Games Anti-Doping Rules.
21. I agree to be photographed, filmed, identified and otherwise recorded during the Event, both
during and outside the competitions. I accept that such photos, films, footage and other
recordings are publicised and broadcasted worldwide by any means (TV, internet etc.) and
are used by SPORTACCORD and the HOST for non-commercial promotion purposes at no
cost to SPORTACCORD or the HOST.
22. I accept that such photos, films, footage and other recordings are used by SPORTACCORD
post-Event for promotional and editorial purposes related to future events.
23. When leaving the field of play (FOP), after having competed in an event, I accept to pass
through the mixed zone.
24. I agree to verify my data on the IF/Event Website and personally update the data so that it
may be a main source of information for the media and SPORTACCORD /LOC for
administration purposes.
25. I accept to be subject to the Event’s Rules on Sports Integrity in Relation to Sports Betting.
In particular, I will not participate in, nor support betting related to the Event, and understand
that all forms of promotion of betting related to the Event are prohibited. I will use my best
endeavours to undertake the RealPlayer e-learning programme in relation to sports integrity.
26. I guarantee that no form of publicity or propaganda, commercial or otherwise, will appear
on my person, sportswear, accessories or, more generally, on any article of clothing or
equipment whatsoever worn or used by me in the Event, except for the identification of the
manufacturer of the article or equipment concerned, according to the Event Regulations.
27. I shall wear appropriate clothing commensurate with the status and prestige of the Event
and of my sport. I shall comply with the uniform regulations as designated for the Event,
and I should, at all times, be dressed appropriately, compliant with the requirements of
SPORTACCORD and the HOST, particularly the case at Opening Ceremony, Closing
Ceremony, Awarding Ceremony and other official event functions. The teams should at least
be uniformly dressed even if a team uniform is not available.
28. If the Event is postponed by SPORTACCORD, I will have the right to cancel my participation
without penalty provided that I notify SPORTACCORD of my cancellation in writing within
fifteen days after I was informed in writing of the cancellation or postponement of the Event.
If I do not cancel my participation I will participate in the Event as postponed under the terms
and conditions of this commitment.
29. I agree that any dispute is not to be adjudicated in application of procedures provided for by
SPORTACCORD and/or IF Rules but which arises between myself and SPORTACCORD
and/or the IF and/or Host Member Federation and/or the Event Organising Committee
and/or their respective members, directors, officers, employees and volunteers , including
but not limited to claims for damages of either party against the other arising out of
occurrences (acts or omissions) linked with my participation to the EVENT shall be governed
by Swiss Law and exclusively settled by arbitration before the Court of Arbitration for Sport
(CAS) in Lausanne, in accordance with the CAS rules then in effect.
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30. I am aware and I agree that my participation in the Event is conditional upon my valid
acceptance of and my compliance with each and all the provisions of this document.
31. I have read and understand the present declaration.
_________________
Place and Date
___________________________
Signature (or, if a minor, signature of legal guardian)
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TECHNICAL OFFICIAL’S COMMITMENT
International Federation: FMJD
Sport(s)/discipline(s):
First Name:
Family name:
Address:
Nationality:
Gender:
Date of birth:
If a minor, name and address of the legal guardian(s):
1. I agree and commit myself to participate in the SPORTACCORD World Mind Games 2014
(« the Event ») in Beijing (11-17 December 2014) and to officiate with respect for the rules
of my sport and fair play.
2. I am aware that the Draughts competition at the Event is governed by the competition rules
of the World Draughts Federation (FMJD) and I undertake to comply with such rules which
are fully known to me.
3. I therefore agree to be submitted to such rules, regulations, and procedures to the jurisdiction
of the bodies which are in charge of applying them.
4. I undertake to behave properly under all circumstances and contribute in all aspects to the
good image of the Event and of the HOST.
5. Through my participation in the Event I commit to promote the celebration of sport in an
international community with respect for cultures and customs from all over the world.
6. I accept to abstain from political actions, statements or comments during the Event.
SPORTACCORD will not be responsible for any political, financial or other sanctions that
local or national authorities may impose on me.
7. I accept that SPORTACCORD has the final authority to exclude me from the Event in case
of non-compliance with this commitment or in case of misconduct, the meaning of which
shall take into account local customs and traditions.
8. I am aware that my participation in the Event requires a perfect health condition and a high
level of physical fitness. I acknowledge that I am personally and solely responsible to ensure
that my health is not affected and that I do have the required level of training and fitness to
participate. By starting the Event, I confirm that I consider to be in a perfect health condition
and that I have not received any information, including without limitation, advice by a
physician or another person, that my health might be negatively affected or my level of
fitness not be sufficient to participate in the Event.
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9. I agree that I will be responsible for any damage that I may cause to persons or property
and that I will be liable for indemnifying such damage subject to any rights that I may have
under any applicable insurance policy. Therefore I accept that SPORTACCORD (including
its members, directors, officers, employers, volunteers, contractors or agents) shall not be
liable under any circumstances for any damages caused during the Event or in connection
with it and for any loss of property, business, revenue, profits, opportunities, goodwill,
reputation or any type of special, indirect or consequential loss whatsoever (even if such
loss was reasonably foreseeable), including those caused by equipment or material provided
by SPORTACCORD or any of its sub-contractors.
10. I accept and agree that I participate in the Event at my own expense except for such costs
as SPORTACCORD, the HOST, FMJD, my National Federation or any other party accepts
to bear. Costs that are at my expense may include but are not limited to costs related to the
visa application process, including costs related to transit visa, costs related to obtaining a
new accreditation card in the event of the original being damaged or lost and costs related
to unauthorized cancellation of my participation in the Event, personal expenses such as
mini-bar, personal phone calls, laundry.
11. I accept to travel to the Host City and back by airplane with an airline carrier as decided by
SPORTACCORD and the HOST. A round-trip ticket will be provided from the closest airport
of my city of residence to the Host City and back.
12. I accept to arrive two (2) nights before the start of the competition of my sport and I accept
to leave after breakfast the day after the day of my last participation in the competition or
award ceremony or in the cultural programme, subject to availability of airplane seat and any
possibility to extend my stay at my own costs and outside the frame of the Event. After the
closing of the Event registration, any costs caused by my travel changes or cancellation will
be covered by myself (except for such costs as SPORTACCORD or FMJD or the HOST has
accepted to bear).
13. During my participation in the Event I shall stay in the hotel that will have been selected by
the HOST. The cost of accommodation and of three (3) meals per day (drinks not included)
as provided by the HOST shall be at the expense of the HOST.
14. During my participation in the Event I will receive a daily allowance for each of my working
day and for two traveling days. The amount of such daily allowance will be confirmed to me
before the Event. I accept that the per diem cover expenses such as laundry, telephone and
extra meals.
15. I accept that it is my responsibility to be informed on the starting time of all competitions of
my sport and the transportation schedules, as provided for by the HOST, and of being
present and ready to play on time, with the exclusion of circumstances outside my control
(i.e. traffic, security checks, etc.).
16. I accept and agree not to bring into the competition area or to possess or use in the
competition area any electronic devices (for example mobile phones, pagers, smart phones,
pocket computers etc.), unless authorized by the Technical Delegate and under applicable
rules. I accept and agree to be inspected in order to ensure compliance with the present
clause.
17. I accept and agree to attend the official functions of the Event, including banquets, cultural
and educational activities to which I may be invited.
18. I accept and agree not to smoke or to consume alcoholic beverages at the competition
venue, except in such areas where smoking or consuming alcoholic beverages might be
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explicitly allowed and in such case only after the end of the matches or games in which I
have to participate on a given day.
19. I recognise SPORTACCORD as Major Event Organization as defined under the World AntiDoping Code and as ruling body for the Event.
20. I agree to be photographed, filmed, identified and otherwise recorded during the Event, both
during and outside the competitions. I accept that such photos, films, footage and other
recordings are publicised and broadcasted worldwide by any means (TV, internet etc.) and
are used by SPORTACCORD and the HOST for non-commercial promotion purposes at no
cost to SPORTACCORD or the HOST.
21. I accept that such photos, films, footage and other recordings are used by SPORTACCORD
post-Event for promotional and editorial purposes related to future events.
22. I agree to verify my data on the IF/Event Website and personally update the data so that it
may be a main source of information for the media and SPORTACCORD/LOC for
administration purposes.
23. I accept to be subject to the Event’s Rules on Sports Integrity in Relation to Sports Betting.
In particular, I will not participate in, nor support betting related to the Event, and understand
that all forms of promotion of betting related to the Event are prohibited.
24. I guarantee that no form of publicity or propaganda, commercial or otherwise, will appear
on my person, sportswear, accessories or, more generally, on any article of clothing or
equipment whatsoever worn or used by me in the Event, except for the identification of the
manufacturer of the article or equipment concerned, according to the Event Regulations.
25. I shall wear appropriate clothing commensurate with the status and prestige of the Event
and of my sport. I shall comply with the uniform regulations as designated for the Event. I
should, at all times, be dressed appropriately, compliant with the requirements of
SPORTACCORD and the HOST, particularly the case at Opening Ceremony, Closing
Ceremony, Awarding Ceremony and other official event functions. The teams should at least
be uniformly dressed even if a team uniform is not available.
26. If the Event is postponed by SPORTACCORD, I will have the right to cancel my participation
without penalty provided that I notify SPORTACCORD of my cancellation in writing within
fifteen days after I was informed in writing of the cancellation or postponement of the Event.
If I do not cancel my participation I will participate in the Event as postponed under the terms
and conditions of this commitment.
27. I agree that any dispute is not to be adjudicated in application of procedures provided for by
SPORTACCORD and/or IF Rules but which arises between myself and SPORTACCORD
and/or the IF and/or Host Member Federation and/or the Event Organising Committee
and/or their respective members, directors, officers, employees and volunteers , including
but not limited to claims for damages of either party against the other arising out of
occurrences (acts or omissions) linked with my participation to the EVENT shall be governed
by Swiss Law and exclusively settled by arbitration before the Court of Arbitration for Sport
(CAS) in Lausanne, in accordance with the CAS rules then in effect.
28. I am aware and I agree that my participation in the Event is conditional upon my valid
acceptance of and my compliance with each and all the provisions of this document.
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29. I have read and understand the present declaration.
_________________
Place and Date
___________________________
Signature (or, if a minor, signature of legal guardian)
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