The Estonian Sports Association Kalev is pleased to announce that, in honor of the 110th anniversary of the birth of chess grandmaster Paul Keres, we will be hosting the 35th International Rapid Chess Tournament “Remembering Paul Keres”. The prize fund for the tournament is €15,000. The blitz tournament will take place on January 16, 2026, followed by the rapid tournament on January 17–18, 2026.
Note! The tournament reglement have been updated (tie-break rules). Please refer to the official Keres 2026 reglement.
Important! NEW VENUE! Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn
Toompuiestee 27 / Paldiski mnt 4, 10149 Tallinn
Official accommodation: Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn
A special discounted price is available for tournament participants when booking with the code KERES110.
To make a reservation, please send your accommodation request to: reservations.meriton.tallinn@parkinn.com, phone +372 66 77 111
Room rates (standard room):
- Single room – €65 per night
- Double room – €75 per night
The price includes breakfast, use of the spa and gym, wifi and accommodation in a comfortable standard room.
We warmly welcome all chess players and enthusiasts to participate and join us in celebrating the legacy of Paul Keres.
Want to participate in the tournament?
Send a registration request to keres@eestikalev.ee
