40th Open Sestao Basque Country

33rd Masterly Chess International of Basque Country

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  • ENG

Welcome to the official page of the 40th Open Sestao Basque Country – 33rd Masterly Chess International of Basque Country

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A tournament to remember

International tournament

Open to federated players of any level and from anywhere in the world.

Prizes

More than 20,000€ in prizes distributed by category and level.

Dates

From September 12 to September 18, 2025.

Rounds

A total of 9.

Classic time control

90 minutes + 30 seconds increment per move.

Valid for FIDE norms

For players seeking a FIDE title.

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The President of the Spanish Chess Federation, Mr. Javier Ochoa, with the Open Sestao Basque Country.


The President of the Bizkaia Chess Federation, Mr. Ruben Sedano, with the Open Sestao Basque Country.
The President of the Basque Chess Federation, Mr. Miguel Angel Muela, with the Open Sestao Basque Country.
Sestao Xake Taldea – Club Ajedrez Sestao chess School with the Open Sestao Basque Country.
Author: Patricia Claros
Author: Patricia Claros
Author: Patricia Claros
Author: Patricia Claros
Author: Patricia Claros

Organizer

Sestao Chess Club

Partners

Notice

1. Guided tours will be organised during the tournament for those interested in learning more about the Left Bank of Biscay. For more information, check the info in the main page of the website.

2. Due to circumstances beyond the control of the tournament organisers, capacity will be reduced. Secure your place now!

Thank you very much!

The team of the 40th Open Sestao Basque Country and

Patricia Claros Aguilar, Public Relations and Marketing.