Strong Charon Chess Masters takes place on April 19, 2026 in Porto, Portugal and offers a fast and competitive rapid chess tournament for federated players. The event runs at Trivalor and uses a 10 minutes + 5 seconds increment time control. In addition, the tournament features 7 rounds, which gives players a compact afternoon of serious over-the-board chess in Porto.
The Strong Charon Chess Masters combines a practical one-day schedule, an accessible entry fee, and a confirmed cash prize fund. Moreover, the event is organized through a partnership between Strong Charon and the chess section of Paredes Golfe Clube, which gives the tournament a solid local structure. As a result, the Strong Charon Chess Masters stands out as an attractive spring rapid chess tournament for players who want competitive action in Porto, Portugal.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
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| 📅 Dates | April 19, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Porto, Portugal |
| ♟️ Format | Rapid chess tournament |
| ⏱️ Time control | 10 minutes + 5 seconds increment |
| 💳 Entry fee | EUR 7.50 |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 780 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Reserved for federated players |
| 👥 Capacity | 100 players |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Payment by MBWAY to 91 66 79 227 confirms the entry |
🏆 Prize Fund
| Prize / Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st place | EUR 300 |
| 2nd place | EUR 200 |
| 3rd place | EUR 150 |
| 4th place | EUR 70 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The Strong Charon Chess Masters uses a 10 minutes + 5 seconds increment time control and runs over 7 rounds. Moreover, the tournament uses Swiss-Manager. If fewer than 9 players enter, the event switches to a round-robin format. The default time is 10 minutes from the official start of each round.
Tie-breaks follow this order: direct encounter, corrected Buchholz, full Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, greater number of games, greater number of wins, greater number of games with Black, and then an Armageddon match if needed.
📂 Sections / Groups
The tournament uses one open section for all eligible players.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 13:45 | Accreditation |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 14:30 | Round 1 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 15:00 | Round 2 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 15:30 | Round 3 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 16:00 | Round 4 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 16:30 | Round 5 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 17:00 | Round 6 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 17:30 | Round 7 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 18:15 | Podium ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to register | Register by email |
| Entry fee details | EUR 7.50 |
| Payment method | MBWAY to 91 66 79 227 |
| Deadlines | Registration deadline: April 11, 2026 |
| Capacity rules | Maximum 100 players |
| Confirmation / check-in rules | Accreditation starts at 13:45 |
👥 Organizer
Strong Charon organizes the Strong Charon Chess Masters in partnership with the chess section of Paredes Golfe Clube. Moreover, the event offers a practical one-day format, a clear schedule, and a strong prize structure for players who want competitive rapid chess in Porto.
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Email: xadrez.pgc@gmail.com
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Phone: +351 916 679 227
🏨 Venue
Trivalor, Rua das Cardosas, n.º 1579, 4100-000 Porto, Portugal
Trivalor hosts the tournament in Porto and gives players a clear playing venue for this one-day rapid event. In addition, the single-site format keeps accreditation, all rounds, and the podium ceremony in one place.
🚗 How to Get There
Players should travel directly to Rua das Cardosas, n.º 1579, 4100-000 Porto, Portugal. Therefore, an early arrival will help participants complete accreditation smoothly before the first round at 14:30.
The Strong Charon Chess Masters offers competitive rapid chess, a practical afternoon schedule, and a strong one-day format for players who want spring tournament action in Porto.
🧾 Other
Players who miss the start of a round may be excluded unless they explain the absence to the arbiter before the next round is paired. In addition, players should leave the playing area after finishing their games.
All participants should attend in suitable attire and maintain correct sporting behavior throughout the event.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $780
Organizer
Paredes Golfe Clube is a Portugal-based chess organizer with active tournament activity in Paredes, in the Porto district. Although the club is better known for golf, it has also developed an organized chess section that is now visible in the regional competitive scene. Moreover, it has established a clear presence in officially recognized chess events through its growing federation-linked activity.
The club runs local tournaments and supports rated competition for players in the area. In addition, it organizes rapid chess, festival-style events, and other open chess tournament competitions under its chess section. The Strong Charon Chess Masters belongs to this same activity and reflects the club’s role as a developing tournament organizer in Portuguese chess.
Beyond individual events, the club also helps expand over-the-board chess opportunities in the Paredes area. Furthermore, its chess activity connects local players with formal competitive structures and federation-recognized events. As a result, Paredes Golfe Clube is becoming an increasingly visible chess organizer in northern Portugal.
