Otwarte Mistrzostwa Inowrocławia w Szachach Błyskawicznych 2026
The Otwarte Mistrzostwa Inowrocławia w Szachach Błyskawicznych 2026 takes place on May 8, 2026, in Inowrocław, Poland. This is a chess tournament in Inowrocław, Poland, in 2026.
The event forms part of the second FENIKS Chess Festival and offers a compact FIDE-rated blitz tournament in a single evening session. It welcomes both club players and independent players, provided they hold a valid registration in the Central Register of the Polish Chess Federation.
Fundacja FENIKS Anny Chodorowskiej organizes the tournament in cooperation with the City of Inowrocław and the local sports center. As a result, players get a practical venue, a clear schedule, and a fast 11-round format in the center of Inowrocław.
🏁 Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | May 8, 2026 |
| Location | Inowrocław, Poland |
| Format | Open blitz tournament, 11-round Swiss system |
| Time control | 3 minutes + 2 seconds per move |
| Rating | FIDE Blitz rated |
| Sections | 1 open section |
| Prize fund | Up to PLN 2,850 (approx. USD 783) |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses an 11-round Swiss system. Each player gets 3 minutes plus a 2-second increment from move one. Therefore, the format keeps the games sharp and fast from the first round to the last.
The event is submitted for FIDE Blitz rating. In addition, the organizer uses computer pairings and applies current FIDE rules throughout the tournament.
💰 Prize Fund
The published total prize fund is up to PLN 2,850 (approx. USD 783).
♟️ Sections / Groups
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Open | Single open blitz section for players registered in the Central Register of the Polish Chess Federation |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2026 | 16:30 | Confirmation of participation and on-site payment |
| May 8, 2026 | 16:45 | Technical meeting |
| May 8, 2026 | 17:00 | Rounds 1-11 |
| May 8, 2026 | Around 20:00 | Closing ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | May 4, 2026, at 20:00 |
| Registration method | Email registration or entry through ChessManager |
| Required details | Name, surname, date of birth, rating, club, and category |
| Entry fee | PLN 50 |
| Late entry rule | Entries after the deadline are accepted only if places remain and cost PLN 20 extra |
| Payment method | Bank transfer before May 4, 2026, or on-site payment if a late place is available |
| Capacity note | The organizer may close registration early if the entry limit is reached |
| Refund rule | Entry fees are non-refundable |
👤 Organizer
Fundacja FENIKS Anny Chodorowskiej organizes this blitz event within the II Festiwal Szachowy FENIKSA. Moreover, the foundation works with the City of Inowrocław and the local sports center to deliver a practical and competitive festival setting.
Phone: +48 605 468 767
Email: fundacja_ania@o2.pl
📍 Venue
Hala Sportowa Ośrodka Sportu i Rekreacji w Inowrocławiu, Al. Niepodległości 4, 88-100 Inowrocław, Poland
The venue gives the tournament a straightforward indoor setup in a central sports hall. In addition, the location suits a fast evening event well and keeps all rounds in one place.
🚗 How to Get There
Use Al. Niepodległości 4, 88-100 Inowrocław, in your navigation and aim to arrive before 16:30. That way, you have enough time to confirm your participation before the technical meeting begins.
It is a practical FIDE-rated blitz event for players who want a fast and competitive evening of chess in Inowrocław.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $783
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