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31 May
JMC Helpmekaar
IMPORTANT UPDATES!ย
* New beginner Section added,
ย * A-Section: Rating to start at 1600 Chess SA rating. Please read documentation carefully!ย
Enter now! https://chesshub.org.za/events/jmc-helpmekaar
Detailed entry instructions explained in tournmanet PDF: https://chesshub.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/JMC-Tournament-Helpmekaar.pdf
06 Jun
West Rand Open 2.0
๐ Champions donโt just watch history โ they make it.
Pirates won!. Arsenal won!.
Now come claim YOUR victory at the West Rand Chess Tournament! โ๏ธ๐ฅ
Register on the link below
Tshwane Chess
06 Jun
2026 Prestige Open Chess Tournamnet
Next up on the board: The 2026 Prestige Open Chess Tournament! ๐๏ธโ๏ธ
Join us on 6 June 2026 for a magnificent day of Chess SA and FIDE Rated action (50:50 + 10s increment).
Bring your highest level of preparation for 5 intense rounds!
Please note that all entries close on 4 June at exactly 20:00. Letโs make it an exceptional tournament! โณ
Tshwane Chess
13 Jun
2026 Elise Steenkamp Open Chess Tournament
The crown jewel on the board: The 2026 Elise Steenkamp Open Chess Tournament! โจโ๏ธ
Join us from 13 to 15 June 2026 for a prestigious weekend of FIDE and Chess SA Rated action (60:60 + 30s increment).
Polish your finest strategies across 5-7 Swiss rounds and compete for a share of the grand R58,000 total prize fund at our flagship event!
Please note that all entries close on 11 June at exactly 20:00.
Letโs make it an unforgettable tournament!!!๐ฅ
Tshwane Chess
20 Jun
2026 Anton Van Wouw Open Chess Tournamnet
Next up on the board: The 2026 Anton van Wouw Open Chess Tournament! โ๏ธโ๏ธ
Join us on 20 June 2026 for a fantastic day of Chess SA Rated action (50:50 + 10s increment).
Polish your openings and get ready to play!
Please note that all entries close on 18 June at exactly 20:00. Letโs make it a great tournament! โณ
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