1st Grandmaster Eugene Torre Open Standard Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino
PhilBoxing.com
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
The Marikina City Park Chess Club Inc. (MCPCCI), in partnership with the Marikina High School Alumni Association – Samahan ng mga Nagtapos sa Mataas na Paaralan ng Marikina (MHSAA-SNMPM), the National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP), BigMac, Pande Amerikana Marikina, and the GM Eugene Torre Chess Museum Marikina, proudly present the 1st Grandmaster Dr. Eugene Torre Open Standard Chess Tournament, to be held on August 30–31, 2026 at the Marikina Sports Center.
This FIDE-rated event follows the time control format of 60 minutes per game plus 30 seconds increment per move.
Champion: ₱20,000 + Trophy and Certificate
2nd Place: ₱15,000 + Trophy and Certificate
3rd Place: ₱10,000 + Trophy and Certificate
Special Prizes for Various Categories
Join this historic tournament as a tribute to Grandmaster Dr. Eugene Torre, the first Grandmaster in Asia, in recognition of his remarkable achievements and lifelong contributions to chess in the Philippines and across Asia.
The event is supported by Grandmaster Dr. Eugene Torre, Marikina City Mayor Marjorie Ann "Maan" Teodoro, Representative Marcelino "Marcy" Teodoro, and the Marikina City Council.
This exciting event aims to promote chess and other board games as valuable tools for education, youth development, character building, healthy recreation, and community unity. It is expected to gather hundreds of students, amateur and professional chess players, alumni, families, educators, and sports enthusiasts from Marikina and neighboring cities, while showcasing Marikina as a premier destination for sports, culture, tourism, and community events.
Registration Fees
₱1,000 – Regular registration for 2 days (First-come, first-served)
₱800 – Special rate (20% discount) for Marikina residents, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and students
Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/LMkieNkC29aDScJc6
Registration, Inquiries & Payment
JOSE JAIME R. ENAGE
GCash: 0962-680-9722
Contact: 0927-937-2842
Email: jayenage@yahoo.com (Please attach proof of payment or screenshot of transaction)
- Deadline for registration: August 16, 2026, 11:59 PM
- Strict Policy: No on-site registration will be allowed.
Secure your spot today and be part of chess history in Marikina!
"One Move. One Legacy. One Historic Tournament."
(Marlon Bernardino)
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