The Royal Chess Club of Bruges (KBSK) organized the 2016 Brugsemeesters Open tournament from 14-18th August at the KTA in Brugge, Belgium.
The 9-round Swiss event gathered 101 participants.
Russian Grandmaster Vladimir Epishin emerged clear winner with 7,5/9 points, leaving GM Alberto David, IM Awonder Liang and IM Steven Geirnaert half a point behind.
Tournament director was Piceu Tom and Chief Arbiter was IA Bailleul Geert. More information on the official website.
Final standings (top 5):
1 GM Epishin Vladimir RUS 2557 – 7.5
2 GM David Alberto ITA 2561 – 7
3 IM Liang Awonder USA 2465 – 7
4 IM Geirnaert Steven BEL 2418 – 7
5 Van Foreest Lucas NED 2393 – 6.5
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