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International Chess Grandmaster Gennady Sagalchik to play 10 players at the same time for charity
Simultaneous Exhibition Match will help raise funds for Alzheimer's research & care and support services in NYC

Proceeds from the games on June 29 will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association
(June 29, 2017-New York, NY) Have you ever dreamed of playing chess against an internationally ranked Chess Grandmaster, and at the same time supporting a worthy cause? On June 29, 2017 beginning at 2 p.m., ten players will have the opportunity to test their skills against International Chess Grandmaster Gennady Sagalchik in a simultaneous exhibition charity match to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
Players bid for the opportunity to play Sagalchick at an auction posted on eBay, and on the Alzheimer’s Association website . Donations to the Alzheimer’s Association can also be made on the site.
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All players will receive a signed copy of Chess Life Magazine featuring the Grandmaster to commemorate their once-in-a-life-time experience! Also, the "Last Player Sitting" will receive a special, personalized prize to be awarded at the conclusion of the event.
For those who want to attend this event live, seating is limited and will be assigned first come, first serve. All those who have registered and made a donation are eligible to watch this event at the Manhattan office of Prager Metis CPAs, LLC, 14 Penn Plaza, New York City. All donations to attend or play will benefit Alzheimer’s Association – The Longest Day.