2nd DAV-Go Checkmate International Chess Prix 2026 will take place on June 22–27, 2026 in Singapore. This is a chess tournament in Singapore, in 2026, and it returns as a multi-event international chess festival with classical norm groups, an open standard tournament, a rapid open, and age-group rapid events at DAV Hindi School.

Unlike a single-format event, 2nd DAV-Go Checkmate International Chess Prix 2026 combines GM norm, IM norm, open standard, open rapid, and U8, U12, and U18 rapid competition under one festival umbrella. Therefore, it suits titled players, ambitious norm seekers, experienced open players, juniors, and families who want several FIDE-rated options in one venue.

Moreover, the event stands out for its broad structure, strong prize offering, and central city location opposite Mustafa Centre. As a result, the Singapore festival gives players a practical and competitive week with both long-play and rapid formats in the same program.

📌 Event Details

🏆 Prize Fund

The published total prize value for 2nd DAV-Go Checkmate International Chess Prix 2026 is SGD 10,000, which is approximately USD 7,800. In addition, the festival also offers 175 trophies and medals, so the overall award structure reaches far beyond the top cash prizes.

⏰ Time Control & Pairings

The festival uses two main formats. The GM Norm, IM Norm, and Open Standard sections all use 90 minutes for the whole game plus a 30-second increment from move one, which places them firmly in the classical chess category. Meanwhile, the Open Rapid and Age Group Rapid events use 15 minutes plus a 3-second increment from move one.

The standard sections follow a 9-round schedule from June 22 to June 27. In parallel, the rapid events use a 6-round Swiss format on their respective competition days. As a result, the event offers both serious long-play chess and shorter rated formats in one integrated festival.

📂 Sections / Groups

The published age rules are based on year of birth. Therefore, the rapid age-group events use clear junior eligibility criteria, while the norm and open events focus on rating and open-entry conditions.

🗓️ Schedule

📝 Registration

👤 Organizer

Go Checkmate Pte Ltd organizes the festival and manages registration, player communication, and event operations through its official website and direct contact channels. Moreover, the company runs an active year-round tournament program in Singapore, so the event benefits from an established local chess platform.

• Email: gocheckmate.sg@gmail.com
• Phone: +65 83857555
• Website: https://www.gocheckmate.sg/

📍 Venue

DAV Hindi School, 113 Syed Alwi Road, Singapore 207681

DAV Hindi School is the official venue for the festival. The site sits opposite Mustafa Centre, which makes it easy to identify on arrival. In addition, the central Singapore location supports a practical tournament setup for both local players and international visitors.

🏨 Accommodation

The published regulations do not list an official hotel package for players. Therefore, visiting participants should arrange their own accommodation in Singapore. However, the organizers can issue invitation letters to support visa applications when needed.

🚗 How to Get There

The venue is on Syed Alwi Road in a well-known central part of Singapore, directly opposite Mustafa Centre. As a result, players can locate the school easily by taxi or ride-hailing service. The city location also makes daily travel simpler for visitors staying elsewhere in Singapore.

2nd DAV-Go Checkmate International Chess Prix 2026 is a strong choice for players who want norm opportunities, rated open events, and a flexible multi-format chess week in Singapore.