Zina Koodrin

This event runs alongside the Zina Koodrin Memorial Checkmate Challengers 2026.

When:	Friday 10th to Sunday 12th of July, 2026
Venue:	The Chess Centre of South Australia, 10 Ranelagh Street, Adelaide.
Entry Fee:	Adult – $100 Concession – $90 (Seniors, Juniors, Students, Unemployed). Registrations given after 8pm on the 9th of July will incur a $10 late fee. Free entry to W/GM and W/IMs, 50% discount to W/FM applicants
Format:	6 rounds, Swiss System. ACF & FIDE rated. FIDE Rules apply.
Time Control	90 Minutes + 30 Seconds a move. Default time is 30 minutes from commencement of play.
Round Times:	Friday: 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
	Players may request two half point byes in Rounds 1 – 5 with prior approval from the arbiter.
Prizes:	$2,500 minimum prize pool across both tournaments Prize distribution will be decided based on entries.
Contact:	Enquiries to tournaments@sachess.org.au

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Current Entries

Entries will be accepted at the door up to 15 minutes before the start time, or by emailing tournaments@sachess.org.au with your details.

International players must have a FIDE ID from their home federation before the start of the tournament. International players who do not have a FIDE ID before the start of the tournament will not be allowed to play.