The Semifinale CIA 2026 and Italian Category Championships kicked off in Imola with Round 6 underway. This nine-round Swiss event runs at 90 minutes plus 40 moves, then 15 minutes plus 30 seconds per move. The competition features Italy's strongest players battling for category titles and spots in the national finals. With three rounds complete, the field remains tightly bunched at the top. Watch for decisive games in the remaining rounds as players jockey for qualification spots. The tournament wraps after nine total rounds, making every game count from here.