Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Freestyle Open A
Once again this year, the grenke Chess Festival brings together two competitions under one roof: The Grenke Chess Open (classical chess) The Grenke Freestyle Chess Open (Freestyle) Both tournaments are open events and are played in the same playing hall. In each case, the field is divided into the A, B, and C sections. What makes the festival special is the combination of international top-level players, clear sporting relevance, and the sheer size of the participant field. The winner of the Grenke Freestyle Chess Open (A) qualifies for the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2027.
