1-2 august: Viswanathan Anand, invitat special la Alba Grand Prix, la Alba Iulia. 400 de şahişti sunt aşteptaţi la start sâmbătă

The Alba Grand Prix 2026 will take place in Alba Iulia on August 1-2, featuring around 400 chess players, including special guest Viswanathan Anand. This event is part of the Romania Grand Prix circuit and marks a record participation for the local chess community. Anand, the interim president of FIDE, will engage in various activities during the tournament. Notable young talents, including Chinese champions and local players, will also compete for a total prize fund of 125,000 lei. The tournament schedule includes ten rounds over the weekend, alongside a parallel event for children.