Davanagere is preparing to host the SSM Cup Open Rapid FIDE Rating Chess Tournament on September 20 at Bapuji Bank Samudaya Bhavana on Shamnur Road. The competition has a total cash-prize fund of ₹1 lakh, making it one of the larger upcoming chess events in the city. Registration information published by the Davangere District Chess Association shows that entries are being accepted until September 18. The tournament is expected to attract rated players as well as local competitors, giving Davanagere chess players an opportunity to test their skills against participants from different parts of Karnataka and beyond.
