A team consists of 4 players. The time control is 20 minutes + 5 seconds increment from move 1. Average rating must not exceed 2250.
emoji_events Open Section Prizes
| Standing |
Prize |
| Champion | RM 3,000 + Trophy + 4 Medals |
| 2nd Place | RM 2,000 + 4 Medals |
| 3rd Place | RM 1,000 + 4 Medals |
| 4th Place | RM 750 |
| 5th Place | RM 500 |
| 6th - 10th Place | RM 400 each |
military_tech Special Team & Board Prizes
- Best Merdeka Team (Malaysian Citizens)1st: RM 2,000 | 2nd: RM 1,500 | 3rd: RM 1,200
- Best State TeamRM 1,000 + Trophy + Medals
- Best Junior Team (U16)RM 500 + 4 Gold Medals
- Best Ladies TeamRM 500 + 4 Gold Medals
- Best Govt / IPT / School / Family / VeteranRM 400 each
- Best Board Prizes (Boards 1 – 4)Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals
Team tournament for players aged 12 and below. 4 players per team. Time control: 20 mins + 5 seconds.
emoji_events Overall Team Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| Champion | RM 2,000 + Challenge Trophy + 5 Medals |
| 2nd Place | RM 1,500 + 5 Medals |
| 3rd Place | RM 1,000 + 5 Medals |
| 4th Place | RM 750 + 5 Medals |
| 5th Place | RM 500 + 5 Medals |
| 6th - 10th Place | 4 Medals each |
military_tech Special Categories
- Best State TeamRM 1,000 + Trophy + 5 Medals
- Best Girls Team1st: RM 500 | 2nd: RM 400 | 3rd: RM 300
- Govt / Private School TeamRM 300 each (5 Gold Medals)
- Best Family TeamRM 300 (4 Gold Medals)
- Best School OverallIGB Junior Challenge Trophy
- Best Under-6, Under-8, Under-10 TeamsSpecial Medals & Certificates
Individual blitz tournament. Swiss format, 7-9 rounds. Time control: 3 mins + 2 seconds increment. Entry fee: RM 60.
bolt Blitz Cash Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| 1st Place | RM 500 |
| 2nd Place | RM 300 |
| 3rd Place | RM 250 |
| 4th Place | RM 200 |
| 5th - 6th Place | RM 150 |
| 7th - 8th Place | RM 100 |
| 9th Place | RM 90 |
| 10th - 11th Place | RM 80 |
| 12th - 16th Place | RM 60 |
| 17th - 20th Place | RM 50 each |
Structured individual rapid tournament for Under-6, Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, and Under-16. Entry fee: RM 70.
Age Group Verification
Players must register and play strictly in their own age groups. Bring birth certificate or IC for verification.
man Boys Categories (15 Medals)
- ChampionGold Medal
- 2nd PlaceSilver Medal
- 3rd PlaceBronze Medal
- 4th – 15th PlaceAchievement Medal
woman Girls Categories (10 Medals)
- ChampionGold Medal
- 2nd PlaceSilver Medal
- 3rd PlaceBronze Medal
- 4th – 10th PlaceAchievement Medal
All prize winners receive Certificates of Achievement. Certificates of Participation are given to all players.
Event 5 (Main Event)
Aug 31 – Sep 6
The flagship FIDE-rated individual championship. Cash prizes are paid out based on a fixed exchange rate of USD 1.00 = RM 4.00.
emoji_events Open Section Cash Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| Champion | USD 3,000 (RM 12,000) |
| 2nd Place | USD 2,000 (RM 8,000) |
| 3rd Place | USD 1,000 (RM 4,000) |
| 4th Place | USD 700 (RM 2,800) |
| 5th Place | USD 500 (RM 2,000) |
| 6th - 7th Place | USD 300 (RM 1,200) each |
| 8th - 10th Place | USD 250 (RM 1,000) each |
| 11th - 15th Place | USD 200 (RM 800) each |
| 16th - 20th Place | USD 150 (RM 600) each |
flag Merdekans (Malaysian Citizens Only)
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| 1st Place | USD 450 (RM 1,800) |
| 2nd Place | USD 350 (RM 1,400) |
| 3rd Place | USD 250 (RM 1,000) |
| 4th Place | USD 200 (RM 800) |
| 5th Place | USD 100 (RM 400) |
star Special Prizes
- Best Lady / 2nd Best LadyUSD 200 (RM 800) / USD 150 (RM 600)
- Best Malaysian LadyUSD 100 (RM 400)
- Best Under-16 / Best Under-12USD 200 (RM 800) each
Medals & certificates will be given to winners. The Champion's name will be engraved on the prestigious Dato' Arthur challenge trophy.
Individual standard chess tournament for players rated below FIDE 2000. Pairing by Swiss Manager. Time control: 90 mins + 30 seconds increment.
emoji_events Open Section Cash Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| Champion | RM 2,500 + Trophy |
| 2nd Place | RM 2,000 |
| 3rd Place | RM 1,500 |
| 4th Place | RM 800 |
| 5th Place | RM 600 |
| 6th - 7th Place | RM 300 each |
| 8th - 10th Place | RM 200 each |
bar_chart FIDE Rating Category Prizes (Malaysians Only)
| Standing | FIDE 1800 - 1600 | FIDE 1599 - 1400 | FIDE Unrated |
|---|
| 1st Place | RM 800 | RM 500 | RM 300 |
| 2nd Place | RM 600 | RM 400 | RM 200 |
| 3rd Place | RM 300 | RM 200 | RM 100 |
military_tech Special & Category Prizes
- Best Lady / Best Under-16 / Best Under-121st: RM 150 | 2nd: RM 100 | 3rd: RM 50
- FIDE Rating Under 2000 (Special)RM 250
- FIDE Unrated (Special)RM 300
FIDE-rated 9-round Swiss individual tournament open to all players 50 years and above (DOB 1976 or earlier) and women 45 years and above (DOB 1981 or earlier).
emoji_events Open Section Cash Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| Champion | RM 2,000 + Challenge Trophy |
| 2nd Place | RM 1,500 |
| 3rd Place | RM 1,000 |
| 4th Place | RM 800 |
| 5th Place | RM 500 |
military_tech Seniors Special & Age Categories
- Seniors 65 – 74 Years1st: RM 1,000 | 2nd: RM 800 | 3rd: RM 500
- Seniors Above 75 Years1st: RM 1,000 | 2nd: RM 800
- Best Malaysian Player1st: RM 1,000 | 2nd: RM 800 | 3rd: RM 500
Special Merdeka Day individual rapid tournament with Open & Age-Group sections. Time Control: 15 mins + 5 seconds.
emoji_events Open Section Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| Champion | RM 500 |
| 2nd Place | RM 400 |
| 3rd Place | RM 300 |
| 4th Place | RM 200 |
| 5th Place | RM 100 |
| 6th - 10th Place | RM 50 each |
| Best Girls | Medal + Certificate for top 2 Girls |
child_care Age Groups (U8, U10, U12, U14 & U18)
Age Group Overall
- Champion:Gold Medal + Cert
- 2nd Place:Silver Medal + Cert
- 3rd Place:Bronze Medal + Cert
- 4th – 10th Place:Medal + Cert
Age Group Girls Section
- Best Girl:Gold Medal + Cert
- 2nd Best Girl:Silver Medal + Cert
- 3rd Best Girl:Bronze Medal + Cert
Individual blitz tournament. Swiss format, 7-9 rounds. Time control: 3 mins + 2 seconds increment. Entry fee: RM 60.
flash_on Blitz Cash Prizes
| Standing | Prize |
|---|
| 1st Place | RM 500 |
| 2nd Place | RM 300 |
| 3rd Place | RM 250 |
| 4th Place | RM 200 |
| 5th - 6th Place | RM 150 |
| 7th - 8th Place | RM 100 |
| 9th Place | RM 90 |
| 10th - 11th Place | RM 80 |
| 12th - 16th Place | RM 60 |
| 17th - 20th Place | RM 50 each |