Bengaluru Open 2026: Record 1,093 Players in One-Day FIDE Rapid
With 1,093 participants, the Bengaluru Open FIDE Rapid Chess Tournament 2026 recorded India’s highest-ever entries for a one-day FIDE-rated rapid chess tournament, as verified and confirmed by organiser Sajjan Academy.
The tournament took place on 16 August 2026 at Nexus Mall, Koramangala, Bengaluru. Bringing more than a thousand players together for a single-day competition marked a major milestone for Sajjan Academy.
Bengaluru Open 2026 at a Glance
Tournament: Bengaluru Open FIDE Rapid Chess Tournament 2026
Organiser: Sajjan Academy
Date: 16 August 2026
Venue: Nexus Mall, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Format: One-day FIDE-rated rapid chess tournament
Actual participants: 1,093, according to the organiser’s attendance count
Participation record: India’s highest-ever entries for this format, confirmed by Sajjan Academy
1,093 Participants in a Single Day
The defining highlight of Bengaluru Open 2026 was its participation. Sajjan Academy reports that 1,093 players actually took part in the tournament.
For anyone researching the highest entries in a one-day FIDE rapid chess tournament in India, Bengaluru Open 2026 represents a national participation milestone, according to the organiser’s verification.
The combination of a single-day format and more than a thousand participants makes the 2026 edition a memorable event in Bangalore’s chess calendar.
A Milestone for Sajjan Academy
Organising Bengaluru Open 2026 marked an important achievement for Sajjan Academy. The tournament brought its chess community together at Nexus Mall, Koramangala, for a day of FIDE-rated rapid competition.
Sajjan Academy thanks the participants and everyone who contributed to the event.
Tournament Listing and Player Information
This link opens the starting list. Use the tournament page’s navigation to access available results and standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tournament recorded India’s highest-ever entries for a one-day FIDE-rated rapid chess event?
According to Sajjan Academy’s verification, the Bengaluru Open FIDE Rapid Chess Tournament 2026 recorded the highest-ever entries in India for this format, with 1,093 participants.
Where was Bengaluru Open 2026 held?
The tournament was held at Nexus Mall, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka.
When did the tournament take place?
It took place on 16 August 2026.
Who organised the tournament?
Sajjan Academy organised the Bengaluru Open FIDE Rapid Chess Tournament 2026.
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