51 Abierto Internacional Ciudad de Sevilla 2026
51º Abierto Internacional Ciudad de Sevilla 2026 returns as a prestigious open chess festival hosted in Seville at the FIBES convention center. From 9 to 17 January 2026 the event attracts titled players internationally, offers substantial prize money, and combines strong organization with Andalusian flair.
📌 Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | 9 – 17 January 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Seville, Spain |
| 🏟️ Venue | FIBES – Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos (Av. Alcalde Luis Uruñuela 1, Seville) |
| 🏁 Tournament Type | FIDE-rated International Open |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss System |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1 |
| 🏢 Organizer | Delegación Sevillana de Ajedrez & Federación Andaluza de Ajedrez |
| 👤 Tournament Director | IO José Antonio Fernández Rodríguez |
| 👨⚖️ Chief Arbiter | IA Ismael Nieto González |
| 🔖 Rating | FIDE Standard |
| 💶 Prize Fund | €10,500 |
💰 Prize Fund
| Rank | Amount (€) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2,000 | — |
| 2nd | 1,200 | — |
| 3rd | 900 | — |
| 4th | 700 | — |
| 5th | 600 | — |
| 6th | 500 | — |
| 7th | 400 | — |
| 8th | 300 | — |
| 9th | 200 | — |
| 10th | 150 | — |
| Additional | 1,350 | Special prizes (Best woman, Best local player, Best senior, Best junior, etc.) |
| Total | 10,500 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
- System: Swiss, 9 rounds
- Time Control: 90′ + 30″ increment from move 1
- Default time: 30 minutes
- Tiebreaks: Buchholz, Direct Encounter, Number of Wins
👥 Sections / Groups
- Open Section: One unified open tournament
- Special Prizes: Women, Seniors, Local players, Juniors (age categories)
📅 Schedule
| Date | Round / Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Jan | Opening Ceremony & Round 1 | 17:00 |
| 10 Jan | Rounds 2 – 3 | 10:00 · 16:00 |
| 11 Jan | Rounds 4 – 5 | 10:00 · 16:00 |
| 12 Jan | Round 6 | 16:00 |
| 13 Jan | Round 7 | 16:00 |
| 14 Jan | Round 8 | 16:00 |
| 15 Jan | Round 9 & Closing Ceremony | 10:00 |
📝 Registration & Fees
- Registration handled by the organizer
- All players must hold a valid FIDE ID
- Fee structure and discounts are announced in the official regulations (“Bases”)
- Payments accepted per organizer’s instructions
🏢 Organizer
Delegación Sevillana de Ajedrez and the Federación Andaluza de Ajedrez coordinate the event, ensuring professional standards, experienced arbiters, and smooth logistics for a high-capacity open in Seville. The organization manages pairings, fair play controls, and player support.
- Email: abiertosevilla@fsajedrez.com
- Phone: 695 79 65 10
- Contact person: José Antonio Fernández Rodríguez
🏟️ Venue
FIBES – Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos, Seville — a modern convention center designed for large events, with halls, auditoriums, and infrastructure suitable for high‑capacity chess tournaments.
🛏️ Accommodation
The organizers typically provide recommended hotels close to the venue, with negotiated rates and easy transport connections to FIBES. Details are published in the event regulations.
🚉 How to Get There
- By Air: Seville Airport (SVQ) with local transport or taxi to FIBES
- By Train: From Santa Justa station, city buses or metro towards FIBES area
- By Car: Venue is accessible via major city arteries; parking available nearby
Seville’s International Open blends strong competition with the cultural richness of Andalusia. With a week of classical chess, a solid prize fund, and a venue built for scale, the tournament is ideal for titled players and ambitious competitors seeking a winter challenge in one of Spain’s most vibrant cities.