XXIV Torneo Internacional Villa de Brenes 2026
XXIV Torneo Internacional Villa de Brenes 2026 takes place on August 1, 2026, in Brenes, Spain. This is a chess tournament in Brenes, Spain, in 2026, with eight rapid Swiss rounds.
The event welcomes federated and non-federated players. Moreover, the published gross cash prize fund reaches β¬870 / approx. $990.
The compact morning schedule finishes with prize-giving at 14:40. In addition, the entry includes access to the municipal swimming pool on the tournament day.
π Event Details
| π Date | August 1, 2026 |
| π Location | Brenes, Sevilla, Spain |
| ποΈ Venue | Sala Municipal Blas Infante β Calle Amparo Mateo Silva s/n, 41310 Brenes |
| π€ Organizer | Ayuntamiento de Brenes β DelegaciΓ³n de Deportes |
| βοΈ Format | Individual Swiss-system rapid tournament |
| β Rating | FADA rating |
| π Sections | Open field with local, age, rating, womenβs, and veteran awards |
| β±οΈ Time Control | 8 minutes plus 3 seconds per move |
| π’ Rounds | 8 |
| π° Prize Fund | β¬870 / approx. $990 |
| π Official Website | https://fadajedrez.com/wp/torneos-sevilla/ |
| π Registration | torneos@fsajedrez.com |
| βοΈ Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1431764.aspx?lan=1 |
π Prize Fund
The regulations publish β¬870 / approx. $990 in gross cash prizes. Cash awards are not cumulative, and the player receives the highest applicable amount.
| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st Overall | β¬160 / approx. $190 |
| 2nd Overall | β¬120 / approx. $140 |
| 3rd Overall | β¬100 / approx. $120 |
| 4th Overall | β¬90 / approx. $110 |
| 5th Overall | β¬80 / approx. $100 |
| 6th Overall | β¬70 / approx. $80 |
| 7th Overall | β¬50 / approx. $60 |
| 8th Overall | β¬40 / approx. $50 |
| 1st / 2nd / 3rd Local | β¬50 / approx. $60 / β¬30 / approx. $40 / β¬20 / approx. $30 |
| Each published rating band | β¬20 / approx. $30 |
Age, womenβs, and veteran categories receive trophies. The club with the most federated participants receives a product hamper.
β° Time Control & Pairings
The competition uses eight Swiss rounds at 8 minutes plus a 3-second increment from move one. Swiss-Manager produces the pairings.
The tie-break order is drawn after the final round from number of wins, Buchholz Cut 1, total Buchholz, and average Buchholz of opponents.
π Sections / Groups
| Classification | Details |
|---|---|
| Open Classification | All registered players |
| Local Classification | Players who meet the published Brenes local-status conditions |
| Rating Awards | Under 1600; 1601β1800; 1801β2000 |
| Age Awards | U10, U12, U14, and U16 |
| Other Awards | Women and veteran 50+ |
ποΈ Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:30 | Participant reception |
| 10:00 | Round 1 |
| 10:35 | Round 2 |
| 11:10 | Round 3 |
| 11:45 | Round 4 |
| 12:20 | Round 5 |
| 12:55 | Round 6 |
| 13:30 | Round 7 |
| 14:05 | Round 8 |
| 14:40 | Prize-giving |
π Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Deadline | July 29, 2026 |
| Local players meeting the published conditions | Free |
| GM and IM | Free |
| FM and U16 players born in 2010 or later | β¬6 / approx. $10 |
| General entry | β¬10 / approx. $20 |
| Non-federated supplement | β¬2 / approx. $10 |
| Maximum field | 120 players |
| Registration email | torneos@fsajedrez.com |
The entry becomes complete after payment. Non-federated entrants must follow the published FADA licence procedure.
π€ Organizer
The Brenes municipal sports department organizes the event with the local chess club and Andalusian chess bodies.
| Organizer | Ayuntamiento de Brenes β DelegaciΓ³n de Deportes |
| International Organizer | JosΓ© Antonio FernΓ‘ndez RodrΓguez |
| Chief Arbiter | FA Antonio Marchena Daza |
| torneos@fsajedrez.com | |
| Phone | +34 605 68 99 65 |
| Website | https://fadajedrez.com/wp/torneos-sevilla/ |
π Venue
Sala Municipal Blas Infante β Calle Amparo Mateo Silva s/n, 41310 Brenes, Sevilla, Spain.
The municipal hall hosts the complete one-day tournament. Players should arrive before the 09:30 reception.
π¨ Accommodation
| Hotel / Option | Practical Location | Indicative Price | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel JM JardΓn de la Reina | Torre de la Reina; road connection to Brenes | from β¬55 / approx. $70 per night | https://hotelsinspain.info/es/hotel-jm-jardin-de-la-reina/ |
| Hotel Torre de los Guzmanes | La Algaba; road connection to Brenes | from about $65 per night | https://www.kayak.com/La-Algaba-Hotels-Hotel-Torre-De-Los-Guzmanes.402399.ksp |
Rates are indicative prices observed in June 2026. Verify travel time to Brenes, August availability, taxes, and cancellation terms before booking.
π How to Get There
| Starting Point | Recommended Route | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sevilla Santa Justa station | Take CercanΓas C1 toward Lora del RΓo and leave at Brenes station. | About 21 minutes by train |
| Seville Airport | Take the EA airport bus to Santa Justa, then change to CercanΓas C1 for Brenes. | About 60β90 minutes including the transfer |
| Brenes station | Continue to Sala Municipal Blas Infante by local taxi or on foot, depending on luggage and weather. | Short local connection |
| By car | Use the northern approaches from Sevilla and enter Brenes toward Calle Amparo Mateo Silva. | About 25β40 minutes from Sevilla, depending on traffic |
Check the current C1 timetable before travel because the first round begins at 10:00.
βΉοΈ Other Information
- The entry includes municipal swimming-pool access on August 1.
- Entries confirmed before July 12 receive a commemorative gift.
- Cash prizes are paid by bank transfer and may be subject to tax withholding.
Tournament organizer
Ayuntamiento de Brenes β DelegaciΓ³n de Deportes
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