The Czech Open 2026 in Pardubice is underway. Round 2 of this nine-round Swiss is happening now, and the 90-minute classical time control means games carry real weight. Players get 40 moves in 90 minutes, then 30 minutes for the rest plus 30 seconds per move. That's enough time for preparation to matter but fast enough to punish overconfidence. The tournament spans multiple rounds, so early results will shape pairings considerably. Whoever navigates this Swiss cleanly positions themselves for a strong finish.