XII Rositten Rapid 2026 takes place on August 1, 2026, in Rēzekne, Latvia. This is a chess tournament in Rēzekne, Latvia, in 2026, with eight FIDE-rated rapid rounds.
The event is designed for players who meet the published minimum sports-class requirement. Moreover, the 12+5 time control balances fast play with enough time for practical calculation.
ARPC “Zeimuļs” provides a distinctive central venue for the tournament. In addition, the field is limited to 70 players.
📌 Event Details
| 📅 Date | August 1, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Rēzekne, Latvia |
| 🏛️ Venue | ARPC “Zeimuļs” – Krasta iela 31, Rēzekne |
| 👤 Organizer | Rēzekne Education Department, ARPC “Zeimuļs,” and Latvian Chess Federation |
| ♟️ Format | Individual Swiss-system rapid tournament |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rapid rating |
| 🏁 Sections | One open field subject to the sports-class requirement |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 12 minutes plus 5 seconds per move |
| 🔢 Rounds | 8 |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://www.sahafederacija.lv/en/news/article?slug=notiks-divpadsmitais-atra-saha-turnirs-rositten-rapid-rezekne-465ced9f-2434-4923-8c2c-5da32681ec86 |
| 📝 Registration | Field limited to 70 players |
| ♟️ Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1438592.aspx?lan=1 |
⏰ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses eight Swiss rounds. Each player receives 12 minutes plus a 5-second increment from move one.
The results are submitted for FIDE rapid rating, and Chess-Results maintains the live participant and pairing information.
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Open Rapid Tournament | Players who satisfy the published minimum sports-class condition |
🗓️ Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 12:00 | Round 1 |
| 12:45 | Round 2 |
| 13:30 | Round 3 |
| 14:15 | Round 4 |
| After Round 4 | Break |
| 15:30 | Round 5 |
| 16:15 | Round 6 |
| 17:00 | Round 7 |
| 17:45 | Round 8 |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum field | 70 players |
| Tournament contact email | akindinich@inbox.lv |
| Tournament contact phone | +371 26445068 |
| Federation information | https://www.sahafederacija.lv/en/news/article?slug=notiks-divpadsmitais-atra-saha-turnirs-rositten-rapid-rezekne-465ced9f-2434-4923-8c2c-5da32681ec86 |
Confirm availability before travelling because registration may close when the player limit is reached.
👤 Organizer
The Rēzekne education authorities, Zeimuļs, and the Latvian Chess Federation support the tournament.
| Organizer | Rēzekne Education Department, ARPC “Zeimuļs,” and Latvian Chess Federation |
| Tournament Director / Chief Arbiter | Aleksandrs Vasiļkovs |
| Deputy Arbiter | Anatolijs Jasinskis |
| akindinich@inbox.lv | |
| Phone | +371 26445068 |
| Website | https://www.sahafederacija.lv/en/news/article?slug=notiks-divpadsmitais-atra-saha-turnirs-rositten-rapid-rezekne-465ced9f-2434-4923-8c2c-5da32681ec86 |
📍 Venue
ARPC “Zeimuļs” – Krasta iela 31, Rēzekne, LV-4601, Latvia.
The creative-services center is in central Rēzekne and has on-site visitor parking.
🏨 Accommodation
| Hotel / Option | Practical Location | Indicative Price | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOLONNA Hotel Rēzekne | Central Rēzekne; convenient for a short local trip to Zeimuļs | from about $57 per night | https://www.booking.com/hotel/lv/kolonna-rezekne.html |
| RESTART Hotel | Rēzekne; local taxi or public-transport connection | about €56 / approx. $70 per night | https://www.google.lv/travel/hotels/R%C4%93zekne/entity/CgsI0cHl_JeS1KmvARAB |
Rates are indicative prices observed in June 2026. Verify the August 1 rate, taxes, and availability before booking.
🚗 How to Get There
| Starting Point | Recommended Route | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Riga Central station | Take a Vivi train to Rēzekne and complete the final local connection to Krasta iela 31. | About 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes by train |
| Rēzekne railway station | Continue by local taxi, bus, or a walk to Zeimuļs, depending on the arrival station and luggage. | Short local transfer |
| Riga Airport | Travel to Riga Central first, then continue by train or intercity coach to Rēzekne. | Approximately 4–5 hours total |
| By car | Follow the A6/E22 corridor from Riga toward Rēzekne and enter the city for Krasta iela 31. | About 3 hours from Riga |
Check the Vivi timetable for the exact travel date because long-distance departures are limited.
Additional Details
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
ARPC Zeimuļs, formally known as the East Latvia Creative Services Centre, is a municipal interest-education institution in Rēzekne, Latvia. The center opened in September 2012 and provides educational, creative, sporting, and social activities for children and young people.
Zeimuļs operates from its distinctive building near Rēzekne Castle Hill. The center includes interest-education and youth-work departments. It also hosts competitions, exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and community events throughout the year. Its programs welcome children and young people from four to 25 years old.
The organization is directed by Līga Springa. Through cooperation with the Rēzekne Education Department, local institutions, sports organizations, and national partners, Zeimuļs supports youth development and active participation in the community.
🏆 Chess Events and Rositten Rapid
ARPC Zeimuļs is one of the organizers of the annual Rositten Rapid chess tournament. The event is organized together with the Rēzekne Education Department and the Latvian Chess Federation. It brings FIDE-rated rapid chess to Rēzekne and welcomes experienced club players, juniors, and other eligible competitors.
The XII Rositten Rapid 2026 takes place at Zeimuļs on August 1, 2026. The competition consists of eight Swiss-system rounds with a time control of 12 minutes plus five seconds per move. Aleksandrs Vasiļkovs serves as tournament director and chief arbiter.
By providing the playing venue and supporting the local organization, Zeimuļs helps maintain a recurring international rapid tournament in eastern Latvia. The competition also forms part of the wider sporting program connected with the city of Rēzekne.
🌱 Youth Education and Community Activities
Chess fits naturally within Zeimuļs’ wider educational mission. The center offers dozens of free interest-education programs covering sport, technology, engineering, science, culture, and social development. It also supports informal education and youth-led initiatives.
These activities give young people opportunities to acquire new skills, develop creativity, meet others, and take part in organized events. Therefore, the center serves not only as a tournament venue but also as an important educational and community hub in Rēzekne.
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