Saint Louis is set to host the highly anticipated 2026 Cairns Cup this summer, featuring 10 of the top women chess players competing for a significant prize fund of $250,000, making it one of the largest in women's chess. The tournament is scheduled for August 8–21 at the expanded Saint Louis Chess Club (STLCC), running concurrently with the prestigious Sinquefield Cup. This event will showcase elite chess with some of the strongest women players globally, solidifying its status as a premier tournament.