Chess Tournament 2026 — Under 8, Under 12 & Open ko

An open chess tournament for Surat's players of all ages, co-hosted by Surat Chess Club and HopUp Sports Arena. FORMAT: 5-round Swiss, 8 minutes per player. One combined event with three prize categories — Under 8, Under 12 and Open. PRIZES: Champion of each category wins a HopUp games bundle (arcade, VR, archery, over-cricket, pool). Certificate for every participant. Voucher validity 1 month from event date. REPORTING: 4:30 PM. Round 1 begins 5:00 PM sharp. Late arrivals may forfeit round 1. ELIGIBILITY: Under 8 — born on or after 27 July 2018. Under 12 — born on or after 27 July 2014. Open — any age. Aadhaar or school ID mandatory at reporting for age categories. A category runs only with 8 or more entries; otherwise entrants merge into the next category up. Boards, pieces and clocks provided. Entry fees non-refundable. Parents welcome — seating available. Organised and arbitered by Rushi Shah, FIDE-rated player and founder of Surat Chess Club.