Night Chess Evening in Ojén 2025: XIII José Luis & Alejandro Ortega Memorial, Plaza de Andalucía, part of the 31st Málaga Provincial Chess Circuit
♟️ Enjoy a magical chess night in Ojén. The XIII José Luis & Alejandro Ortega Memorial gathers 70 players on 16 August at 20:00 in Plaza de Andalucía, as part of the 31st Málaga Provincial Circuit.
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♜ Official event: The Night Chess Evening in Ojén is part of the 31st Málaga Provincial Chess Circuit 2025, awarding FADA rating points and attracting strong Andalusian players. ♚ Tournament format: A 7‑round Swiss, 8’ + 3’’ pace, capped at 70 participants. Register via ajedrezmalaga.org for €5 (federated) / €7 (non‑federated); titled players enter free. 🏰 Unique venue: Plaza de Andalucía lies in the white‑washed village of Ojén, overlooking the Sierra de las Nieves National Park and offering cool summer nights perfect for outdoor chess. 🌟 Night‑time legacy: Ojén’s nocturnal chess tradition has grown since the early 2000s, regularly drawing large crowds and strong competitors throughout previous memorial editions.
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