Feb Fischer 2026 Results

Our annual February Fischer Random Tournament took place on February 19, 2026. In Fischer Random the opening positions of the front/back rank pieces differ to normal chess. It was a good turnout with 27 players participating with an average rating of 1541 on chess.com. Four players reported ratings 2000 and higher. There were 5 rounds, with one game a round using SWISS pairing. Time controls were 10 minutes with an increment of 5 seconds.

National Master Ryan Young took first place with 5/5; defending champ Rob Kerth came second (based on modified median) and Andrew Bernel came third. Newcomer Brian Boughton took the star performer award finishing a respectfully 8th and was awarded a JP Chess Mug.

Thanks go to Adam for being the tournament director on the night. Jamie provided the set up support.

Opening Positions

Round 1: NBRNKRBQ

Round 2: BNQRNKRB

Round 3: NRQNKBBR

Round 4: BNRNQBKR

Round 5: BNNQRBKR

Attached below, a photo of round 1 and the full results table.

Photo of Round 1:

All players in deep focus mode, except, maybe one who is celebrating a little too early.

Results Table: