Two players share the lead at the ØBRO & CXU International 2026, a 90th-anniversary tournament in Copenhagen, after three rounds. Germany’s IM Jakob Leon Pajeken, who represents Skanderborg in Denmark, and Norway’s FM Nicolai Maxime Ostensen both have perfect scores. They are scheduled to meet on Wednesday, with Pajeken having the white pieces.
Leading Players and Tournament Overview
Seven players sit a half-point back: GM Tomas Laurusas, GM Yuri Solodovnichenko, GM Deep Sengupta, GM Jonny Hector, IM Martin Haubro-Suppanz, FM Bhagat Kush, and IM Jacob Sylvan. Haubro-Suppanz opened with an attacking win over Morten Andersen in round one, showcasing his skills and determination to climb the rankings.
The event has a broad international field with participants from 13 countries: Denmark, Sweden, India, the United States, Norway, Ireland, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Ukraine, Germany, Croatia, Portugal, and Australia. This diversity enriches the competition and highlights the global appeal of chess.
Play is taking place at ØBRO’s venue on Rosenvængets Allé 31, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, a prime location that adds to the tournament’s prestige.
Remaining Schedule:
- Round 4: Wednesday, 22 July, 14:00
- Round 5: Thursday, 23 July, 12:00
- Round 6: Thursday, 23 July, 18:00
- Round 7: Friday, 24 July, 14:00
- Round 8: Saturday, 25 July, 14:00
- Round 9: Sunday, 26 July, 12:00
Time control is 90 minutes for 40 moves, then 15 minutes for the rest of the game, with a 30-second increment from move one. The first prize is guaranteed at 7,500 DKK, with prizes shared in the event of ties, ensuring that the competition remains fierce and rewarding.
A nine-round blitz tournament marking the 90th anniversary is planned for Friday evening after round seven, starting around 20:30. It uses a 3+2 time control, has a 75 DKK entry fee that goes to prizes, and will not be rated, allowing players to enjoy a fast-paced and exhilarating chess experience.