ORGANIZATION
Maia Rapid Cup 2026 is organised by Academia de Xadrez da Maia (AXM), as part of the Maia International Chess Festival 2026.
TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR AND ARBITERS TEAM
The Tournament Director and the arbiters’ team will be appointed by AXM.
LOCAL AND SCHEDULE
TECMAIA, R. Eng. Frederico Ulrich 2650, 4470-605 Maia, Portugal
GPS: 41.259249, -8.642422
Porto Metro Line C (Mandim stop)
PARTICIPANTS
The tournament is open to all players registered with the Portuguese Chess Federation (FPX), regardless of age. Registration must be completed through the Festival website.
REGISTRATION
ENTRY FEE
All players not affiliated with the Portuguese Chess Federation can be affiliated with the organisation, if they wish, at no additional cost.
Players with GM, IM, WGM and WIM titles are exempt from the entry fee.
PRIZES
The following prizes will be awarded to the top 3 players during the Maia International Chess Festival ceremony on August 30:
RATING
The tournament will be submitted for rating by FPX and FIDE, for ELO ranking purposes.
HOW TO REGISTER + PAYMENT
Registration must be done by filling out the form on the tournament website: https://axm.pt/registrations/
Information via email: maiachessfestival@axm.pt
Registration is only valid after payment of the registration fee to Academia de Xadrez da Maia via:
IBAN: PT50 0010 0000 5839 7720 0015 0
or WISE BE05 9676 0506 7875
Proof of payment must be submitted on the website or via WhatsApp:
Refunds / Withdrawals
Please contact the organisation.
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AXM is composed of duly accredited teachers, recognized by the Portuguese Chess Federation and supported by the Maia City Council for developing chess in its educational system.
