Mascarinas faces tough competition in 66th San Carlos Charter Day
By Marlon Bernardino
PhilBoxing.com
Tue, 09 Jun 2026
International Master Rico Mascarinas of Tuburan, Cebu, FIDE Master Mario Mangubat of Minglanilla, Cebu and National Master Cyril Ortega of Mandaue City expect rough sailing in the Open Rapid Chess Tournament where they will be meeting a tough line of competitors on June 20-21, 2026 at the Marina Park, San Carlos City, Negros Occidental.
The two day rapid chess event, backed by San Carlos City Mayor Renato Y. Gustilo, offers P56,000 to the champion.
It will coincide with the 66th San Carlos Charter Day celebration.
"It will be a very tough match against some of the country's woodpushers," said Mascarinas, who will represent the country in the Seniors Division of the 24th ASEAN+Age Group Chess Championship to be held on August 7-17,2026 at Our Tampines Hub in Singapore.
Other notable players vying for the top prize are NM Edwin Tan of Victorias City, NM Alfred Acaling III of Cadiz City, NM Edsel Montoya of La Carlota City, Ian Cris Udani of Bacolod City, Jordaine Tupaz of Talisay City, Theseus Benitez of La Carlota City , Kevin Arquero of Pasay City and Randy Cabuncal of Cebu City.
Tournament organizer sportsman/businessman Henry Silva had something to say:
"Free meals and unlimited coffee. Free room for 120 players," said Silva.
"Please bring your own chess clock and chess mat," he said.
Call or text mobile number: 09063648588 for complete details.
-Marlon Bernardino-
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