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Registration for the 23rd BCC Open is now live

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Registration is open at this link: https://bangkokchess.com/22nd-bcc-open-2025/23rd-bcc-open-registration/

Places are limited, so please book early, and make sure to complete the entry fees by March 15 to take advantage of the early bird rate.

Hotel reservation is also available, and it is advisable to book early if you wish to stay at the Sheraton Resort & Spa. The hotel is fully booked until April 9, so if you wish to arrive before the tournament starts, we recommend a short stay in nearby Hua Hin. The special rates for the tournament are available from April 10 and for a few days afterwards if you wish to extend the stay.

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23rd Bangkok Chess Club Open 2026

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We are proud to announce the 23rd BCC Open Chess Tournament will be held at the luxurious Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, Thailand, April 11-19, 2026. This prestigious event welcomes players of all levels, featuring two categories: Masters (Open) section and Challenger section. The tournament will follow a 9-round Swiss format with a time control of 90 minutes for the first 40 moves, 30 minutes added for the rest of the game plus 30 seconds per move.

The 23rd BCC Blitz runs during the tournament, with qualifiers in one evening and a final on the next. There will also be a Thai Chess tournament over two mornings.

Expect fierce competition with Grandmasters, International Masters, and talented players from across the globe, offering opportunities for norm achievements and high-quality games. The scenic Sheraton Hua Hin, nestled along Thailand’s stunning coastline, provides a perfect backdrop for this exciting chess event.

Join us for a week of strategic brilliance, networking, and memorable moments, including a special photo opportunity on the Gulf of Thailand. Full details, including registration, accommodation, and prize information, will be available at bangkokchess.com. Don’t miss your chance to compete in one of Asia’s premier chess tournaments!

Invitation for Japan Open 2025

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The Japan Chess Federation (JCF) invites participation from Grandmasters (GMs), International Masters (IMs), Women Grandmasters (WGMs), and Women International Masters (WIMs), as well as other high-rated players with an active FIDE Standard Rating of above 2000, to participate in the Japan Open 2025. This inaugural event aims to promote quality chess tournaments in Japan with the presence of Grandmasters and International Masters to participate in a 9-round Swiss tournament with a limited field of around 50 players. The tournament will also provide opportunities for local players with opportunities to play high-quality games against reputable, strong players from all over the world, as well as opportunities to earn norms.

Dates/Place/Format

  • Tournament name: Japan Open 2025
  • Dates: 19th-23rd. Sep. 2025
  • Venue: Curian, Tokyo, Japan
  • Format: 9-Round Swiss, 90min+30sec/move
  • Section: Master category (above 2000) and Challenger category (below 2000).

Full details at: https://japanchess.org/en/2025/07/japan–open-2025-2/