The Kamatyas Rapid Open Chess Championship dubbed as Blast of Mind Power gets underway on November 2, 2024 at the Isabela Convention Center in Cauayan City, Isabela, Philippines.
The 9-round Swiss System tournament, organized by International Master Roderick Nava and National Master David Almirol Jr. of Kamatyas Chess Club, dangles a top purse of ₱30,000 plus trophy.
“Free registration and lunch to all participating 200 players,” said IM Nava.
The second placer to fourth placer will have ₱10,000, ₱7,000 and ₱5,000. Fifth up to 10th placers will receive ₱2,000 each while 11th to 15th placers will earn ₱1,000 each.
Consolation awards await the top scorers in the following categories: Kiddies, Juniors, Lady, Seniors, Top Isabela and Top Cauayan