The 22e Open international de Malakoff takes place April 25-May 3, 2026 in Malakoff, France, offering nine rounds of FIDE-rated classical chess in a traditional French open format. The event welcomes competitive players who want a full-length Swiss week with consistent long time controls and a clear prize objective in every round.
The tournament awards €7,300 in total cash prizes and stages play at Salle des Fêtes Jean Jaurès in Malakoff. A single open section keeps the sporting focus straightforward, while the schedule length supports serious preparation and sustained performance over nine rounds.
🗓️ Event Details
| 📅 Dates | April 25-May 3, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Malakoff, France |
| ♟️ Format | 9-round Swiss |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rated |
| 📂 Sections | 1 |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes for 40 moves, then 30 minutes to finish, with 30-second increment from move 1 |
| 💳 Entry fee | Seniors: €70; Juniors: €50 |
| 💰 Prize fund | €7,300 |
🏆 Prize Fund
| Prize | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total cash prize fund | €7,300 |
| 1st Prize | €1,500 |
| 2nd Prize | €1,000 |
| 3rd Prize | €800 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament runs a 9-round Swiss with a time control of 90 minutes for 40 moves, then 30 minutes to finish, plus 30-second increment from move 1. The event rates games for FIDE standard rating and follows standard Swiss pairing procedures across the full schedule.
📂 Sections / Groups
The event runs a single open section with nine rounds of Swiss-System pairings.
📝 Registration
Register by contacting the organizer using the official email address and complete the required payment according to the published entry fee. Seniors pay €70 and juniors pay €50.
Tournament information: https://malakoffetmat.fr/tournoi2026.htm
👥 Organizer
Malakoff et Mat organizes the Open international de Malakoff as a long-format classical event that combines a single competitive field with a published prize structure and a dedicated playing venue in Malakoff. The organizing team provides participant support and entry coordination through the official contact channels.
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Email: open2026@malakoffetmat.fr
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Phone: +33 7 81 30 69 30
🏨 Venue
Salle des Fetes Jean Jaures 13 avenue Jules Ferry 92240 Malakoff, France
The tournament takes place in a dedicated municipal events hall in Malakoff. The venue hosts all rounds in a single location to support consistent playing conditions throughout the nine-round program.
🚗 How to Get There
Travel to Malakoff in the Paris metropolitan area, then use local public transport or a short taxi ride to reach Salle des Fêtes Jean Jaurès at 13 avenue Jules Ferry. Plan extra time on your first day to arrive, check in, and settle before play begins.
Take nine rounds to build momentum, stay disciplined in time trouble, and chase every point toward the top prizes.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - €7,300
Organizer
Malakoff et Mat is a community chess club and tournament organizer based in Malakoff, Île-de-France, France, just southwest of Paris. It is affiliated with the French Chess Federation and supports active over-the-board chess for local members and visiting players. Moreover, the club is well known in the Paris region for its consistent event schedule.
The club runs regular club sessions and competitive play, including FIDE-rated tournaments in classical chess. In addition, it organizes the Malakoff International Open, a flagship open chess tournament held during the spring period and recognized for strong participation. Furthermore, its activity typically includes faster formats such as rapid chess and blitz chess, depending on the calendar.
