
2ème Open International de Saint-Macaire will take place from October 17–21, 2026, in Saint-Macaire, France. This is a chess tournament in Saint-Macaire, France, in 2026.
The event offers a FIDE-rated classical chess tournament with 9 rounds. Players can expect a long-time-control format with 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment per move.
The tournament suits competitive players, club players, youth players, coaches, families, and visitors. In addition, the event offers a confirmed €5,000 prize fund and a five-day schedule in Gironde.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏷️ Tournament | 2ème Open International de Saint-Macaire |
| 📅 Dates | October 17–21, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Saint-Macaire, France |
| 🏛️ Venue | Salle de Jeu, Mairie de Saint-Macaire, 8 Allée des Tilleuls, 33490 Saint-Macaire, France |
| ♟️ Format | Classical open tournament |
| 🌍 Rating | FIDE-rated; homologated by FFE |
| 🔢 Rounds | 9 |
| 🧩 Pairing system | Haley |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
| 🧑⚖️ Chief arbiter | MARIMON Frederic |
| 💶 Entry fee | Adults: €55; youth players: €28 |
| 🏆 Prize fund | €5,000, approximately US$5,800 |
| 🏛️ Organizer | Tristan Roselle |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a classical time control of 90 minutes per player, plus a 30-second increment per move. Therefore, players get a serious long-game format across the full event.
The event has 9 rounds and counts for FIDE rating. In addition, FFE homologation gives the tournament a clear national competition framework.
Pairings use Haley. The November 2026 FIDE rating list applies for rating treatment.
🏆 Prize Fund
The tournament has a confirmed total prize fund of €5,000, approximately US$5,800. The top three prizes are listed below.
| Prize Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st place | €1,000 |
| 2nd place | €800 |
| 3rd place | €600 |
👥 Sections / Groups
Open Tournament
The 2ème Open International de Saint-Macaire runs as one open tournament. Players compete across 9 rounds in a FIDE-rated classical format.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Round / Activity |
|---|---|
| October 17, 2026 | Tournament begins |
| October 18, 2026 | Tournament play continues |
| October 19, 2026 | Tournament play continues |
| October 20, 2026 | Tournament play continues |
| October 21, 2026 | Final day |
📝 Registration
| Registration Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration method | Contact the organizer by email or phone |
| Adult entry fee | €55; €60 from October 10, 2026 |
| Youth entry fee | €28; €30 from October 10, 2026 |
| Organizer email | tristan.roselle@gmail.com |
| Organizer phone | +33 6 78 49 74 23 |
🏛️ Organizer
Organizer: Tristan Roselle
Tristan Roselle organizes the 2ème Open International de Saint-Macaire as a FIDE-rated classical chess tournament in Gironde. The event gives players a 9-round schedule, a confirmed prize fund, and a clear playing venue in Saint-Macaire.
Email: tristan.roselle@gmail.com
Phone: +33 6 78 49 74 23
📍 Venue
Salle de Jeu, Mairie de Saint-Macaire, 8 Allée des Tilleuls, 33490 Saint-Macaire, France
The tournament takes place at the Salle de Jeu at the Mairie de Saint-Macaire. Players should use the full venue address for map navigation and plan their arrival around the five-day tournament schedule.
ℹ️ Other Practical Information
The analysis and meal area is listed at Salle des Fêtes, 3 Allée de Tourny, 33490 Saint-Macaire, France. Therefore, players can use the playing venue and the additional hall for practical tournament needs during the event.
🚆 How to Get There
Players and visitors can travel directly to Mairie de Saint-Macaire at 8 Allée des Tilleuls. The venue address gives local players, families, and visiting participants a clear arrival point for the tournament.
Overall, this event gives players a strong opportunity to compete in Saint-Macaire during a structured FIDE-rated classical chess tournament.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $5,800
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