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Topstep Weekend Holding Rules: The Complete 2026 Guide

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Introduction

Understanding Topstep Weekend Holding Rules in 2026

If you’re trading futures through Topstep — whether on a Trading Combine evaluation, an Express funded account, or an XFA (X_Funded Account) — one question dominates every Friday afternoon: “Can I hold my positions over the weekend, and what rules do I need to follow?” The answer is nuanced, and getting it wrong can cost you a funded account, a payout, or even your entire trading career with the firm.

At Pass My Prop Firms, we’ve managed thousands of Topstep accounts as a professional prop firm passing service and funded account management service. We’ve seen traders lose accounts over weekend gaps they didn’t anticipate, miss payouts because they misunderstood margin rules, and leave thousands on the table by closing positions unnecessarily. This guide is the most comprehensive resource on Topstep weekend holding rules available anywhere online — built from real experience, verified policies, and thousands of hours of live account management.

Whether you’re a beginner trying to pass prop firm challenge evaluations, an intermediate trader optimizing your forex account management strategy, or a professional managing six-figure funded accounts, this guide will give you the exact framework you need to trade weekends confidently, protect your capital, and maximize your payouts.

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Chapter 01

What Is Topstep and Why Weekend Rules Matter

Topstep is one of the oldest and most respected prop firms in the futures industry, founded in 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. Unlike forex-focused prop firms, Topstep specializes exclusively in futures trading through the CME, CBOT, NYMEX, and COMEX exchanges. This distinction is critical because futures markets have unique characteristics — including nearly 23-hour trading sessions Sunday through Friday — that directly impact how weekend holding rules are structured.

Topstep offers three primary account types: the Trading Combine (their evaluation program), the Express (a streamlined funded account), and the XFA (X_Funded Account, their premium offering). Each has slightly different rules regarding weekend holding, margin requirements, and risk parameters. Understanding these differences is the foundation of successful long-term trading with the firm.

Chapter 02

What Are Topstep Weekend Holding Rules?

Weekend holding rules define the conditions under which a trader can keep futures positions open from Friday’s close through Sunday’s market open. These rules exist to protect both the trader and the firm from the unique risks that emerge when markets are closed for 48+ hours.

Market Closure Windows

CME Globex closes at 5:00 PM CT Friday and reopens at 5:00 PM CT Sunday. Topstep enforces an earlier cutoff at 4:00 PM CT Friday to allow for orderly position management before the maintenance window.

Margin Requirements

Exchanges often increase margin requirements over weekends to account for gap risk. Topstep traders must maintain sufficient buffer above maintenance margins or face forced liquidation at Friday’s close.

Gap Risk Protection

Weekend news, geopolitical events, and economic data can cause markets to open significantly higher or lower on Sunday. Topstep’s rules are designed to ensure traders can absorb these gaps without violating drawdown limits.

Daily Loss Reset

The daily loss limit resets at the start of each new trading session (5:00 PM CT). Weekend-held positions carry into the new week, meaning any gap losses count against your Monday daily loss limit.

Trailing Drawdown

Your Topstep trailing drawdown is calculated from your highest intraday balance. Weekend gaps that move against you can trigger drawdown violations even if you did nothing wrong during the week.

Consistency Rules

Topstep’s consistency target requires that no single day accounts for more than a specific percentage of total profits. Weekend gaps can create outsized daily moves that violate this rule if not managed carefully.

Chapter 03

The Friday 4:00 PM CT Deadline Explained

One of the most important Topstep weekend holding rules that traders misunderstand is the Friday cutoff time. While CME Globex technically remains open until 5:00 PM CT, Topstep requires traders to finalize their weekend positions by 4:00 PM CT. This one-hour buffer exists for several critical reasons.

First, liquidity begins to dry up significantly in the final hour before the weekly maintenance window. Spreads widen, slippage increases, and the risk of unfavorable execution grows. Second, Topstep’s risk management team needs time to review all open positions and ensure compliance with margin requirements before the market closes. Third, this gives traders a structured deadline to make rational decisions rather than holding positions out of indecision.

Professional traders at Pass My Prop Firms treat 3:30 PM CT as their personal deadline — giving themselves 30 minutes to execute any necessary adjustments, close partial positions, or set protective stops. This buffer has saved countless accounts from last-minute panic decisions.

Trading calendar showing Friday 4PM CT deadline for Topstep weekend holding rules
Chapter 04

Complete Topstep Account Rules Comparison

Understanding the differences between Topstep account types is essential for weekend trading. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how each account handles weekend positions.

Rule / Feature Trading Combine Express Funded XFA Account
Weekend Holding Allowed ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes
Friday Cutoff Time 4:00 PM CT 4:00 PM CT 4:00 PM CT
Sunday Market Open 5:00 PM CT 5:00 PM CT 5:00 PM CT
Daily Loss Limit (50K) $1,000 $1,000 $1,000
Daily Loss Limit (100K) $2,000 $2,000 $2,000
Daily Loss Limit (150K) $3,000 $3,000 $3,000
Trailing Drawdown $2,000 / $3,000 / $4,500 Stops at balance Stops at balance
Consistency Rule 30% max single day None None
Profit Split N/A (Evaluation) Up to 90% Up to 100%
Payout Frequency N/A First after 30 days Every 14 days
Activation Fee $130–$360 $0 (removed 2025) $0
Scaling Plan N/A Up to $1M Up to $1M+

Pro Tip from Our Trading Desk

At Pass My Prop Firms, we recommend XFA accounts for traders who plan to hold positions over the weekend regularly. The absence of a consistency rule and the trailing drawdown that stops at your highest balance makes XFA significantly more forgiving for weekend strategies. If you need help choosing the right account or passing a prop firm challenge, our team is available 24/7 via Telegram.

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Chapter 05

Risk Management for Weekend Positions

Risk management is the single most important skill for traders who hold positions over the weekend on Topstep. Unlike intraday trading where you can react to market moves in real-time, weekend positions are exposed to 48+ hours of unpredictable events — from geopolitical developments to central bank announcements to unexpected corporate news.

The professional funded account management services at Pass My Prop Firms follow a strict risk framework for every weekend position. This framework has been refined over thousands of trades and is the reason our success rate exceeds 94%. Let’s break down each component.

Chapter 06

The 7-Point Weekend Risk Framework

Our professional traders use this exact framework before holding any position over the weekend. Follow it consistently, and you’ll dramatically reduce your risk of violating Topstep rules.

1

Position Sizing Reduction

Reduce your position size by 40-60% before Friday’s close. If you normally trade 5 ES contracts, hold no more than 2 over the weekend. This gives you a buffer against gap risk that can exceed 20 points on ES during volatile weekends.

2

News Calendar Review

Check the economic calendar for any major weekend events: G7 meetings, OPEC decisions, geopolitical tensions, central bank emergency meetings. If high-impact events are scheduled, either close positions or reduce size significantly.

3

Daily Loss Buffer

Never hold weekend positions if your account is within 50% of your daily loss limit. If you have a $2,000 daily loss on a 100K account, ensure you’re at least $1,000 above the violation threshold before holding anything over the weekend.

4

Stop Loss Placement

Always use hard stop losses on weekend positions. Mental stops don’t work when you can’t monitor the Sunday open. Place stops at technical levels that account for normal weekend gap ranges — typically 1.5x to 2x the ATR of the instrument.

5

Instrument Selection

Stick to highly liquid instruments for weekend holds: ES, NQ, YM, GC, CL. Avoid micro contracts with thin weekend liquidity, exotic commodities, or any instrument with low open interest. Liquidity is your safety net when gaps occur.

6

Margin Buffer Calculation

Ensure you have at least 3x the maintenance margin for any weekend position. Exchanges often increase margins by 10-25% over weekends, and you need enough buffer to absorb adverse moves without triggering liquidation.

7

Sunday Open Monitoring Plan

Set an alarm for 4:45 PM CT Sunday to monitor the market open. The first 15 minutes of Sunday trading often see exaggerated moves as the market discovers fair value after the weekend. Be prepared to adjust stops, take partial profits, or close positions if the open is adverse. Professional prop firm management services always have a trader monitoring this window.

Chapter 07

Proven Weekend Trading Strategies

After managing hundreds of Topstep funded accounts, our team at Pass My Prop Firms has identified three weekend trading strategies that consistently outperform. Each strategy is designed specifically for the unique characteristics of weekend futures trading.

The first strategy is the “Friday Fade” — identifying overextended moves on Friday afternoon and positioning for a mean reversion at the Sunday open. This works particularly well on ES and NQ when Friday’s final hour sees emotional liquidation. The second is the “Weekend Gap Fill” — trading the tendency of Sunday opens to fill gaps from Friday’s close. The third is the “Swing Continuation” — holding strong trend positions through the weekend when the weekly structure remains intact.

Weekend trading strategies for Topstep prop firm accounts with proven profit patterns
Chapter 08

Strategy Deep Dive: Three Proven Approaches

01

The Friday Fade Strategy

The Friday Fade strategy capitalizes on the tendency of markets to overextend in Friday’s final trading hour. As traders rush to close positions before the weekend, emotional decision-making creates opportunities for patient traders. Here’s the exact framework we use at Pass My Prop Firms:

  • Time Window: 2:30 PM to 3:45 PM CT on Friday
  • Instruments: ES, NQ, YM (most liquid, tightest spreads)
  • Setup: Look for moves exceeding 1.5x the average hourly range in the final 90 minutes
  • Entry: Counter-trend position at 3:45 PM CT when exhaustion signals appear
  • Stop Loss: 2x ATR beyond the Friday extreme
  • Target: Friday’s opening price or VWAP
  • Position Size: 50% of normal size for weekend risk management

This strategy has a historical win rate of approximately 68% on ES over the past three years, with an average winner of 8 points and average loser of 5 points. The risk-reward ratio of 1.6:1 combined with the high win rate produces consistent profitability.

02

The Weekend Gap Fill Strategy

Markets have a well-documented tendency to “fill gaps” — returning to Friday’s closing price after a weekend gap. This strategy identifies high-probability gap fill setups and trades them systematically:

  • Gap Classification: Only trade common gaps (not breakaway or runaway gaps)
  • Size Threshold: Gap must be between 0.3% and 1.5% of Friday’s close
  • Volume Confirmation: Sunday open volume must be within normal ranges
  • Entry: Enter in the direction of the gap fill after first 15 minutes of Sunday trading
  • Stop Loss: Beyond the Sunday extreme (first 30 minutes high/low)
  • Target: Friday’s closing price
  • Success Rate: Approximately 72% on ES, 65% on NQ

The key to this strategy is patience. Many traders jump in too early at the Sunday open and get stopped out by initial volatility. Waiting for the first 15 minutes allows the market to establish direction and gives you a clearer picture of whether the gap will fill.

03

The Swing Continuation Strategy

For traders with a longer-term perspective, the Swing Continuation strategy involves holding strong trend positions through the weekend. This is the strategy we use most frequently for our funded account management service clients:

  • Trend Confirmation: Only hold positions aligned with the weekly and monthly trend
  • Structure Check: Key support/resistance levels must remain intact
  • News Clearance: No major weekend events that could disrupt the trend
  • Position Size: 40-50% of normal size to account for weekend volatility
  • Stop Loss: Beyond the weekly swing low/high with additional buffer
  • Profit Target: Next major technical level or measured move target
  • Management: Active monitoring at Sunday open with adjustment capability

This strategy produces the largest average winners of the three (often 20-40 points on ES) but has a lower win rate (around 55-60%). The risk-reward ratio of 3:1 or better more than compensates, making it ideal for traders who can handle the psychological pressure of larger swings.

Topstep funded account dashboard showing successful weekend trading and payout history
Chapter 09

Topstep Payout Rules & Weekend Impact

Understanding how weekend holding affects your Topstep payouts is crucial for long-term profitability. Topstep’s payout structure has specific rules that interact with weekend trading in important ways.

First, payouts are processed on business days only. If you request a payout on Friday and have weekend positions that result in losses at the Sunday open, those losses will be reflected in your account before the payout is processed. This means you could request a payout, then have it reduced or denied based on weekend performance.

Second, the 30-day rule for first payouts on Express accounts means your first payout request can only be made 30 days after activation. Weekend trading during this period counts toward your performance metrics, so disciplined weekend management is essential for hitting that first payout milestone.

Chapter 10

Understanding Topstep Payout Rules

Topstep’s payout rules determine when and how you receive your profits. Here’s everything you need to know about how weekend trading affects your payouts.

💰 First Payout Timing

Express accounts require a 30-day waiting period before your first payout request. XFA accounts allow payout requests every 14 days from activation. Weekend trading during these periods counts toward your performance history.

📊 Payout Processing Time

Topstep typically processes payouts within 24-48 hours of request approval. However, weekend positions that create losses can delay or reduce payouts. Always ensure your account is in good standing before requesting.

🎯 Profit Split Percentages

Express accounts offer up to 90% profit split, while XFA accounts can reach 100% for top performers. Weekend profits count equally toward your profit split calculation as weekday profits.

⚠️ Payout Certificate Rules

Topstep issues payout certificates for tax and verification purposes. Weekend trading activity is fully documented on these certificates. Maintain accurate records of all weekend positions for your own accounting.

Critical Warning About Payout Requests

Never request a payout on Friday if you’re holding weekend positions. The Sunday open can significantly impact your account balance, potentially causing your payout request to be rejected or reduced. Our professional prop firm passing services always wait until Tuesday or Wednesday to request payouts, giving weekend positions time to settle.

Chapter 11

Topstep vs Other Prop Firms: Weekend Rules

Understanding how Topstep’s weekend rules compare to other major prop firms helps you choose the right platform for your trading style. While Topstep is generally more lenient than many competitors, each firm has unique requirements.

Firms like FTMO and The5ers have stricter weekend holding policies, often requiring positions to be closed before Friday’s close or imposing additional margin requirements. Apex Trader Funding, Topstep’s main competitor in the futures space, has similar weekend rules but with some key differences in how trailing drawdown is calculated over the weekend.

Comparison chart of Topstep vs Apex vs FTMO weekend holding rules for prop firm traders
Chapter 12

Prop Firm Weekend Rules Comparison

Prop Firm Weekend Holding Friday Cutoff Special Rules
Topstep ✓ Allowed 4:00 PM CT Standard margin, gap risk applies
Apex Trader Funding ✓ Allowed 4:00 PM CT Trailing drawdown continues
FTMO ⚠ Restricted Friday close Higher margin requirements
The5ers ⚠ Restricted Friday close Overnight fees apply
MyForexFunds (Legacy) ✗ Not Allowed Must close No weekend positions
True Forex Funds ✓ Allowed Friday close Standard rules apply
Funded Next ✓ Allowed Friday close Swing account required
E8 Funding ✓ Allowed Friday close Standard margin

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Topstep dashboard login and navigation guide for managing weekend positions effectively
Chapter 13

Navigating the Topstep Dashboard

The Topstep dashboard is your command center for managing weekend positions. Understanding its features is essential for effective weekend trading. The dashboard provides real-time access to your account balance, daily loss remaining, trailing drawdown status, and open positions.

Key dashboard features for weekend traders include the Account Health Monitor, which shows your distance from daily loss and max loss thresholds; the Position Summary, which displays all open positions with current P&L; and the Margin Calculator, which helps you determine if you have sufficient buffer for weekend holds.

If you experience issues with Topstep login not working, contact their support immediately — especially on Friday afternoons when you need to manage positions before the cutoff. Our team at Pass My Prop Firms maintains direct relationships with Topstep support to resolve these issues quickly for our clients.

Chapter 14

10 Common Weekend Trading Mistakes to Avoid

After reviewing thousands of Topstep accounts, we’ve identified the most common mistakes traders make with weekend positions. Avoid these, and you’ll dramatically improve your success rate.

1

Holding Through Major News Events

Never hold positions over weekends with scheduled high-impact events like G7 meetings, OPEC decisions, or unexpected geopolitical developments. The gap risk is simply too high.

2

Using Full Position Size

Trading your normal weekday size over the weekend is a recipe for disaster. Reduce size by 40-60% to account for increased volatility and gap risk.

3

Skipping Stop Losses

Mental stops don’t work when you can’t monitor the market. Always use hard stops on weekend positions, placed at technical levels that account for normal gap ranges.

4

Ignoring Margin Requirements

Exchanges increase margins over weekends. Ensure you have at least 3x maintenance margin to avoid forced liquidation at Friday’s close.

5

Trading Illiquid Instruments

Stick to ES, NQ, YM, GC, CL for weekend holds. Micro contracts and exotic instruments have dangerous liquidity gaps that can cause massive slippage.

6

Requesting Payouts on Friday

Weekend losses can reduce or deny your payout. Wait until Tuesday or Wednesday to request payouts after weekend positions have settled.

7

Missing the Friday Cutoff

Topstep’s 4:00 PM CT Friday deadline is firm. Set a personal 3:30 PM CT deadline to give yourself time for final adjustments and avoid forced decisions.

8

Not Monitoring Sunday Open

The first 15 minutes of Sunday trading are critical. Set an alarm for 4:45 PM CT and be ready to adjust stops or close positions if the open is adverse.

9

Revenge Trading After Gaps

If you take a loss on a weekend gap, don’t immediately try to “make it back.” Step away, review the trade, and return with a clear head the next day.

10

Ignoring the Consistency Rule

On Trading Combine accounts, a single large weekend win can violate the 30% consistency rule. Manage position size carefully to avoid this issue.

Chapter 15

Real Success Stories from Our Traders

The best way to understand the power of proper Topstep weekend holding rules management is through real examples. Here are three case studies from our prop firm passing service clients who transformed their trading by mastering weekend strategies.

These stories demonstrate that with the right framework, discipline, and professional guidance, weekend trading can be a significant source of profitability rather than a source of risk.

Success stories and testimonials from traders who passed Topstep with weekend holding strategies
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How Our Clients Mastered Weekend Trading

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Marcus T.
150K XFA Account

“I lost two Topstep accounts before finding Pass My Prop Firms. Their weekend framework changed everything. In 6 months, I’ve pulled $47,000 in payouts from my 150K XFA account. The 7-point risk framework is gold.”

Total Payouts
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Sarah K.
100K Express Account

“As a part-time trader with a full-time job, weekend strategies are essential for me. Pass My Prop Firms taught me the Friday Fade and Gap Fill strategies. I passed my 100K combine in 3 weeks and now manage it myself.”

Time to Pass
21 Days
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David R.
Multi-Account Portfolio

“I use their full management service across 4 Topstep accounts. Their weekend risk management is exceptional — I’ve never had a weekend violation in 14 months. Monthly returns average 8-12% with controlled drawdown.”

Monthly Average
+9.4%
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Chapter 17

Trading Psychology for Weekend Holds

The psychological aspect of weekend trading is often overlooked but absolutely critical. Holding positions over the weekend creates a unique mental challenge — you’re exposed to market risk while unable to actively manage it. This can trigger anxiety, sleep disruption, and emotional decision-making.

Professional traders at Pass My Prop Firms follow specific psychological protocols for weekend positions. These include pre-weekend mental preparation, defined action plans for every scenario, and post-weekend review routines that build confidence over time.

Trading psychology and discipline for managing Topstep weekend positions successfully
Chapter 18

Topstep Platforms & Tools Guide

Topstep supports multiple trading platforms, each with unique features for managing weekend positions. Understanding these platforms is essential for effective weekend trading.

TopstepX Platform

Topstep’s proprietary platform with integrated risk management, one-click position closing, and real-time account health monitoring. Learn how to download TopstepX and set up ATM strategies for weekend trading.

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Tradovate Integration

Learn how to connect Topstep to Tradovate for advanced charting, automated strategies, and how to copy trades on Tradovate. Excellent for traders who want more sophisticated weekend position management.

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Quantower & Project X

Advanced platforms for professional traders. The Quantower Project X integration provides institutional-grade tools for managing weekend positions with precision and automation.

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Topstep Chat Support

Access Topstep chat support for real-time assistance with weekend position questions, account issues, and technical problems. Available during market hours and extended support windows.

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Topstep Calendar

The Topstep calendar shows important dates including payout processing, maintenance windows, and market holidays. Critical for planning your weekend trading schedule.

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Topstep Status Page

Monitor Topstep status in real-time for platform outages, maintenance, and system issues. Always check before the Friday cutoff to ensure you can manage positions.

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Chapter 20

Advanced Topstep Topics Explained

Beyond the basics, here are advanced topics every serious Topstep trader needs to understand for long-term success.

→ Topstep Trailing Drawdown Deep Dive

The Topstep trailing drawdown is one of the most misunderstood rules, especially regarding weekend positions. Here’s exactly how it works: your trailing drawdown tracks your highest intraday balance and trails a fixed amount below it. On Express and XFA accounts, the trailing drawdown stops at your account balance at the time of funding — it doesn’t continue trailing indefinitely.

For weekend positions, this means gap losses at the Sunday open will reduce your balance but won’t move your trailing drawdown lower unless you’ve reached new intraday highs during the week. This is a crucial advantage for weekend traders on funded accounts compared to evaluation accounts.

→ Topstep Consistency Target Explained

The question “is there a consistency rule in Topstep?” comes up constantly. Yes — on Trading Combine evaluation accounts, there’s a consistency target requiring that no single trading day accounts for more than 30% (recently updated from 40-50% in older rules) of your total profits.

This is particularly relevant for weekend trading because a large gap profit at the Sunday open could count as a single day’s profit and potentially violate the consistency rule. Our professional prop firm passing services carefully manage weekend position sizes to ensure compliance with this rule.

→ Topstep Scaling Plan Strategy

The Topstep scaling plan allows successful traders to increase their account size up to $1 million. Understanding how weekend trading affects your scaling progression is crucial. Consistent profitability over weekends demonstrates the risk management skills Topstep looks for in scaling candidates.

Our funded account management service has helped hundreds of clients scale from 50K to 150K and beyond by demonstrating consistent, rule-compliant trading that includes disciplined weekend position management.

→ How Many Contracts for Gold on Topstep?

A common question: “How many contracts can I trade on Topstep for gold?” The answer depends on your account size and the current margin requirements. For a 150K account, you can typically trade up to 20 standard Gold (GC) contracts or 200 micro Gold (MGC) contracts, though weekend position sizes should be significantly smaller.

Gold is particularly volatile over weekends due to its sensitivity to geopolitical news. Our weekend framework recommends reducing gold positions by 60-70% compared to weekday sizes.

→ Topstep Free Trial & Reset Credits

Topstep offers Topstep free trial accounts and what is a reset credit on Topstep is a question we get frequently. Reset credits allow you to restart a failed evaluation without purchasing a new account. Understanding when to use reset credits versus when to seek professional help from a legit prop firm passing service is an important decision.

If you’ve failed multiple attempts, the issue is likely systematic rather than situational. Our team can diagnose the root cause and implement a proven framework that addresses your specific weaknesses.

→ Topstep Express vs XFA: Which Is Better?

The Topstep Express funded rules differ from Topstep XFA rules in important ways. Express accounts have a consistency rule and require 30 days before first payout. XFA accounts have no consistency rule and allow payout requests every 14 days from activation.

For weekend traders, XFA is generally superior because the absence of a consistency rule means large weekend gap profits won’t violate any rules. However, Express accounts have lower upfront costs, making them suitable for traders still building their weekend trading skills.

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