The En Passant Rapid Chess Tournament is a one-day rapid event by the Metro Manila Chess Knights Association at Robinsons Metro East, Pasig City on Sunday, September 13, 2026, 10:00 AM onwards. Seven rounds of Swiss System at 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment, across three divisions: 12 & Under, 16 & Under, and Open Age for players rated 1900 & below on the August 2026 Philippine national rating list. The Open Age champion takes ₱5,000 + trophy, while both youth divisions pay ₱3,500 to the champion — with cash prizes and medals down to 10th place in every division, plus ₱500 special awards for top lady, age-group and senior finishers. Entry fee ₱350 for the 12 & Under and 16 & Under divisions and ₱400 for Open Age. Open to all rated, non-rated and non-titled players. Registration is online only — strictly NO onsite registration.
Price Notes
Entry fee: Kiddies (12 & Under) ₱350 · Juniors (16 & Under) ₱350 · Open Age (all ages) ₱400. No onsite registration.
TOURNAMENT DETAILS Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026 · 10:00 AM onwards Venue: Robinsons Metro East, LRT-2 Pasig–Marikina Station, Pasig City Format: 7 rounds, Swiss System Time control: 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment Registration: online only — NO ONSITE REGISTRATION DIVISIONS & ENTRY FEES Kiddies (12 & Under) — ₱350 Juniors (16 & Under) — ₱350 Open Age (all ages, 1900 & below rating as of August 2026 Philippine National Rating) — ₱400 12 & UNDER PRIZES Champion ₱3,500 + medal · 2nd ₱2,000 + medal · 3rd ₱1,500 + medal · 4th ₱1,000 + medal · 5th ₱800 + medal · 6th ₱700 + medal · 7th–10th ₱500 + medal each Special awards (₱500 + medal each): Top Lady 1st · Top Lady 2nd · Top 9 yr old · Top 8 yr old · Top 7 yr old & below 16 & UNDER PRIZES Champion ₱3,500 + medal · 2nd ₱2,000 + medal · 3rd ₱1,500 + medal · 4th ₱1,000 + medal · 5th ₱800 + medal · 6th ₱700 + medal · 7th–10th ₱500 + medal each Special awards (₱500 + medal each): Top Lady 1st · Top Lady 2nd · Top 13 yr old & below OPEN AGE PRIZES Champion ₱5,000 + trophy · 2nd ₱3,000 + medal · 3rd ₱2,500 + medal · 4th ₱1,500 + medal · 5th ₱1,000 + medal · 6th ₱800 + medal · 7th ₱700 + medal · 8th–10th ₱500 + medal each Special awards (₱500 + medal each): Top Lady · Top High School · Top College · Top Senior 60+ 1st · Top Senior 60+ 2nd · Top Golden Age RULES Open to all rated, non-rated and non-titled players. USCF & FIDE rules apply. Fair play and good sportsmanship. Bring your best game! Note: the poster does not print a registration deadline or a GCash number — register through the online form and coordinate payment with the organizer. The contact details shown here are the Metro Manila Chess Knights Association details already on record from their previous event; please confirm with the organizer. Source: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122105777163423079&set=a.122103796773423079
1. Register online via the official form: https://forms.gle/fmqEpVSNnX5GuZhd8 2. Choose your division — 12 & Under (₱350), 16 & Under (₱350), or Open Age (₱400). 3. Settle your entry fee to confirm your slot, and keep your proof of payment. 4. Be at Robinsons Metro East, Pasig City before 10:00 AM on Sunday, September 13, 2026. STRICTLY NO ONSITE REGISTRATION — you must register online in advance. For inquiries or registration, contact Metro Manila Chess Knights Association: Alexander E. Dinoy — 0995 756 3177 https://www.facebook.com/alexanderdinoy
Entry Fee
₱350.00 - ₱400.00
Date
Sep 13, 2026
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