Terms, Dates, and Location of the Tournament

The tournament will be held according to FIDE rules, using the Swiss system, in 7 rounds.

Time control: 10 minutes + 5 seconds per move.

Evaluation: The tournament is not rated by FIDE and does not require federation membership.

📍 Venue: Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova (ASEM), 61 Mitropolit Bănulescu-Bodoni Street, Chișinău.

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📅 Date: October 11, 2025

🕘 Arrival time: between 09:00 and 09:25

🔸 Opening ceremony: 09:45

🔸 Start of competition: 10:00

To confirm participation, children must arrive within the specified time and present an identity document (birth certificate, ID card, or passport).

The maximum number of participants is 100.

Tournament Schedule

Round 1 – 10:00

Round 2 – 10:40

Round 3 – 11:20

Round 4 – 12:00

Round 5 – 13:00

Round 6 – 13:40

Round 7 – 14:20

🕒 Award Ceremony: 15:00

Registration and Fee

💸 Participation fee: 400 MDL, payable online at sporter.md.

Confirmation of participation must be done at the tournament venue on the day of the event, before 09:30.

Players who fail to confirm on time will be excluded from the pairing.

📲 Registration is available exclusively at: sporter.md Please note that on-site registration will not be possible, and the number of places is limited.

Prizes and Awards

Winners will be determined by the total number of points earned.

In case of a tie, the following tiebreak criteria will apply:

Head-to-head result – outcome of the game between tied players.

Buchholz (-1) – the sum of opponents’ scores, minus the lowest result.

Berger system – takes into account the strength of opponents based on their total points.

Progress – bonus points awarded for consistent performance throughout the tournament.

Cash Prizes – Boys (U16)

🥇 1st place — 1200 MDL

🥈 2nd place — 1000 MDL

🥉 3rd place — 800 MDL

Cash Prizes – Girls (U16)

🥇 1st place — 1200 MDL

🥈 2nd place — 1000 MDL

🥉 3rd place — 800 MDL

🏆 Winners of 1st place will also receive trophies.

For the U10 category, the top 3 boys and top 3 girls will receive diplomas and symbolic gifts.

Additional Information

♟️ The tournament will be broadcast live with expert commentary, allowing parents and spectators to follow the competition in real time.

🎁 Each participant will receive a Chessinau Kids pin, symbolizing their participation in the event.

📸 Participation implies parental consent for the use of photos and videos for promotional purposes.

Why Participate

Chessinau Kids Open (U16) is not just a competition — it’s an educational and inspiring experience.

For children, every match is a chance to challenge themselves, make new friends, and enjoy the spirit of the game.

For parents, it’s an opportunity to see their children shine in a supportive and motivating environment.

👉 Give your child the chance to discover the beauty of chess in a friendly and inspiring way — join Chessinau Kids Open (U16) this October!