2nd Uppsala Young Challengers 2025
Running alongside UYC, the 2nd Uppsala Young Challengers 2025 is ideal for ambitious juniors seeking experience and rating in a professional setting in Uppsala, Sweden.
It takes place October 24–29, 2025 at the Uppsala Schackcentrum, offering 9 rounds of classical chess with 90+30 time control and a friendly international atmosphere.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 24–29 October 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Uppsala Schackcentrum, Ekeby Bruk 6L, Uppsala, Sweden |
| 🏆 Prize Fund | Trophies and rating-group prizes (announced on site) |
| ♟️ Tournament Type | Junior/Challengers Open |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90′ + 30″ |
| 🚫 Late Arrival | 30 minutes default |
| info@uppsalayoungchampions.se | |
| ☎️ Phone | — |
| 🔗 Official Website | uppsalayoungchampions.se |
| 📊 Pairings & Results | Chess-Results |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Award | Notes |
| Overall Trophies | Top standings awarded cups and medals |
| Rating Prizes | Announced before start |
| Special Awards | Best girl / local player |
Time Control & Pairings
90 + 30 classical, 9 rounds, FIDE-rated. Swiss pairings; daily results on Chess-Results.
Sections / Groups
| Group | Format | Notes |
| Young Challengers | Swiss, 9 rounds | Aligned with UYC main event |
Schedule
Times posted by organizer; typically one round per day with occasional doubles.
| Day | Rounds | Notes |
| 24–29 Oct | 1 per day (occasional double) | Awards after last round |
Registration
- Open to juniors and developing players with FIDE ID
- Register via official website or through club/federation
Organizer
Uppsala SSS runs the event alongside UYC with experienced arbiters and a strong junior team.
- Organizer: Uppsala SSS
- Email: info@uppsalayoungchampions.se
- Website: uppsalayoungchampions.se
Venue
Uppsala Schackcentrum, Ekeby Bruk 6L, Uppsala
Google Maps: Ekeby Bruk 6L, Uppsala
Dedicated chess venue with quiet halls and easy access to cafés and shops.
Accommodation
Central Uppsala hotels and hostels within a 10-minute ride. Book early for best rates.
How to Get There
- Air: Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) → train/bus to Uppsala (20–40 min)
- Local: City buses and taxis to Ekeby Bruk
Play nine rounds of classical chess in a supportive environment and grow your skills in beautiful Uppsala.
