The Cyprus Open Chess Championship is played using the 7 Rounds Swiss System.

The best six players who fulfill the national team requirements qualify for the Cyprus Closed Chess Championship 2021 as well as the best U-20 player, who also fulfills the national team requirements, and hasn't qualified otherwise.

Apart from the seven qualifying spots for the Cyprus Closed Chess Championship 2021, there are two championship titles at stake.

The best U-20 chess player with CYP federation will be declared Cyprus U-20 Chess Champion 2021. Also, the best female chess player with CYP federation will be declared Cyprus Women Chess Champion.

The top three players shall recieve trophies as well the U-20 & Women Chess Champions.

You can follow the top 5 boards live on our website, lichess, as well as live commentary on YouTube.

For more information check the official championship website: https://cypruschesschampionship.com

Cyprus Open Chess Championship 2021