7° Open Estate 2026 will take place from July 25 – 26, 2026, in Turbigo, Italy. This is a chess tournament in Turbigo, Italy, in 2026.

The event offers a compact weekend chess format with two FIDE-rated standard sections. Moreover, it gives players six rounds in only two days at Centro Sportivo Naviglio.

In addition, the tournament uses a clear rating-based structure with Open FIDE A and Open FIDE B. Therefore, players can choose the section that best fits their Elo level and enjoy a practical summer chess weekend near Milan.

♟️ Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

Classical Weekend Format

Players receive 60 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment from move 1. Therefore, both sections offer standard-rated games in a compact weekend schedule.

The tournament uses the Swiss System with 6 rounds. In addition, both Open FIDE A and Open FIDE B count for FIDE standard rating.

Pairings and Tie-Breaks

Players may request a forfeit draw according to the Italian Chess Federation technical rules. Moreover, the event uses the same tie-break system for both sections.

The tie-break order is REP, Buchholz Cut 1, Sonneborn-Berger, and Average Rating of Opponents. For the last tie-break, Italian Elo counts like FIDE Elo.

Default Time

The default time is 30 minutes after the scheduled round start. Therefore, players should arrive early and avoid unnecessary forfeit risk.

💰 Prize Fund

Prize Fund Overview

The confirmed cash prize fund is €650, approx. $765. In addition, Open FIDE B includes non-cash food-package prizes for places 4 to 7.

Prizes are net of taxes where applicable. Moreover, prizes and other awards are not cumulative.

Open FIDE A Prizes

Open FIDE B Prizes

🏆 Sections / Groups

Open FIDE A

Open FIDE A is the stronger section. Therefore, it suits experienced players who want a more competitive FIDE-rated weekend event.

Open FIDE B

Open FIDE B gives lower-rated players a separate section. As a result, club players and developing competitors can play in a more suitable field.

Membership Requirements

Italian players and foreign players resident in Italy must hold a valid competitive or youth membership. However, players without one can arrange membership through the organizing club during registration.

Foreign players must have valid international federation identification before entering the tournament.

📅 Schedule

Saturday, July 25

Sunday, July 26

The schedule includes three rounds on each playing day. Therefore, players should plan meals, rest, and preparation carefully.

📝 Registration

Registration Details

Players should pre-register before the tournament. In addition, they should arrive before the July 25 attendance check closes at 09:30.

The listed discounts are not cumulative, except for the additional discount for members of the organizing club. Therefore, players should confirm their final entry fee before payment.

🧑‍💼 Organizer

Circolo Scacchistico Cavalli&Segugi organizes the 7° Open Estate 2026. As a result, the event continues the club’s active calendar of rated and local chess tournaments in the north-western Milan area.

Moreover, the weekend format makes the tournament practical for players who want standard-rated games without a full-week commitment. The two-section structure also helps create balanced competition for different Elo levels.

Email: info@cavalliesegugi.com
Phone: +39 393 561 2725

📍 Venue

Playing Hall

Centro Sportivo Naviglio – Via Roma 44, Turbigo, Milan, Italy

Venue Notes

The tournament takes place at Centro Sportivo Naviglio in Turbigo. Therefore, players should use the Via Roma 44 address when planning local arrival.

Turbigo is located in the Metropolitan City of Milan. As a result, visitors can plan access through the wider Milan transport area and nearby towns.

✈️ How to Get There

Travel to Turbigo

Turbigo lies west of Milan, close to the Ticino River area. Therefore, players can travel through Milan and continue to Turbigo by car or regional transport.

Players arriving from outside Lombardy should allow enough time for the Saturday morning attendance check. In addition, Round 1 starts at 10:00, so same-day travel needs careful planning.

Local Planning

The tournament has three games on both Saturday and Sunday. Therefore, staying near Turbigo or nearby towns can make the weekend more comfortable.

Because the default time is 30 minutes, players should reach the venue early before every round.

ℹ️ Other Information

Electronic Devices

Players may bring mobile phones or other electronic devices into the tournament area only if they remain completely switched off and physically separated from the player, such as inside a bag.

If a player does not follow this rule, the arbiter applies the relevant FIDE penalty. Therefore, players should prepare devices before entering the playing area.

Tournament Rules

For all matters not covered by the tournament regulations, current FIDE rules and Italian Chess Federation technical regulations apply.

The organizer may make necessary changes to support the smooth running of the event. Finally, the 7° Open Estate 2026 offers a compact FIDE-rated summer chess weekend with two sections, clear prizes, and a practical venue near Milan.