The Asian Grand Prix 2026 in Tajikistan has reached its fifth day. On Friday, October 9, participants continue competing across various Backgammon and Longgammon events. It is a packed day, featuring crucial rounds of the Main Events, the start of the Longgammon Masters Cup, and more side-event action.
According to the organizers' official schedule, the first match on Day 5 begins at 10:30, while the final scheduled round starts at 21:30. Below, we break down the complete Asian Grand Prix 2026 Day 5 schedule, including the exact starting times for each event.
Longgammon Schedule for Day 5 of the Asian Grand Prix
The Longgammon Main Event continues on Friday with Round 9. Players return to the tables at 10:30, followed by Round 10 at 12:45.
10:30: Longgammon Main Event – Round 9
11:00: Side Events Resume
12:45: Longgammon Main Event – Round 10
14:30: Lunch Break
Two more rounds of the Longgammon Main Event are scheduled for Day 5. Side events also resume at 11:00, giving participants additional opportunities to compete in other categories.
Longgammon Masters Cup Begins on Day 5
One of the highlights of Friday, October 9, is the start of the Longgammon Masters Cup. Organizers have also allocated a late-registration window for this event.
According to the official schedule, players wishing to enter the Masters Cup have from 15:00 to 16:00 to complete late registration. The opening round begins at 16:20.
15:00–16:00: Longgammon Masters Cup Late Registration
16:20: Longgammon Masters Cup Begins – Round 1
18:40: Longgammon Masters Cup – Round 2
21:00: Longgammon Masters Cup – Round 3
There is an interval of approximately two hours and 20 minutes between Masters Cup rounds. The event continues into the evening, with Round 3 scheduled for 21:00.
Asian Grand Prix 2026 Backgammon Schedule
The Backgammon competition also has a busy day ahead. Friday's schedule includes Rounds 2 and 3 of the Backgammon Masters Cup, along with Rounds 8 through 11 of the Backgammon Main Event.
Backgammon Masters Cup Schedule
10:45: Backgammon Masters Cup – Round 2
11:00: Side Events Resume
13:00: Backgammon Masters Cup – Round 3
The Backgammon Masters Cup moves into Round 2 at 10:45, with players returning for Round 3 at 13:00.
Backgammon Main Event Schedule
The Backgammon Main Event resumes with Round 8 at 16:00. Three additional rounds are scheduled throughout the evening.
16:00: Backgammon Main Event – Round 8
18:00: Backgammon Main Event – Round 9
19:45: Backgammon Main Event – Round 10
21:30: Backgammon Main Event – Round 11
Four rounds of the Backgammon Main Event take place between the afternoon and late evening. This is not a section to underestimate. Players face consecutive rounds against their opponents and need to prepare for a demanding schedule.
Key Times to Watch on Day 5 of the Asian Grand Prix
If you plan to follow Friday's action, several times stand out. The Longgammon Main Event begins at 10:30. Late registration for the Longgammon Masters Cup opens at 15:00, and its first round starts at 16:20.
Meanwhile, the Backgammon Main Event resumes at 16:00, with Round 11 beginning at 21:30. This is the latest scheduled start time listed in the official Day 5 timetable.
Asian Grand Prix 2026 Day 5 Schedule: October 9 Recap
Day 5 of the Asian Grand Prix 2026 in Tajikistan features a varied lineup of competitions. In Longgammon, Rounds 9 and 10 of the Main Event take place, while the Masters Cup gets underway with its first three rounds.
In Backgammon, the Masters Cup continues with Rounds 2 and 3, while the Main Event progresses from Round 8 through Round 11.
According to the official schedule image, the first competition begins at 10:30, and the latest scheduled round starts at 21:30. All times have been transcribed directly from the published tournament schedule image, which does not specify a time zone. Participants should also check the organizers' latest announcements before arriving at the venue.
You can view the results of the Backgammon Main tournament at the Asian Grand Prix 2026 from the link below:
https://sportnardy.info/competition-statistics/1611
You can view the results of the Longgammon Main tournament at the Asian Grand Prix 2026 from the link below:
https://sportnardy.info/competition-statistics/1607
You can view the results of the Longgammon 1-Point tournament at the Asian Grand Prix 2026 from the link below:
https://sportnardy.info/competition-results/1610
You can view the results of the Backgammon Doubles tournament at the Asian Grand Prix 2026 from the link below: