US$18,000 Hong Kong International Open Chess Championship 2024
The Hong Kong China Chess Federation Limited (HKCCFL) is honored to invite chess players from all member federations of FIDE to participate in the Hong Kong International Open Chess Championship 2024 (FIDE rated with possible title norms) from the 26th December 2024 (arrival) to the 2nd January 2025 (departure). Download regulations HK International Open 2024 – … Continue reading US$18,000 Hong Kong International Open Chess Championship 2024
Tiu, Siano Win Oroquieta City Standard Chess Tournament
Sherwin Tiu and Gabriel Siano won the Oroquieta City Standard chess tournament on Nov.2, 2024 in Oroquieta City, Philippines.. Tiu, a habitue of Guadalupe Chess Club in Makati City topped the 2300 and below category while Siano, the pride of Pakil, Laguna won the 1799 and below category. Tiu finished the five-round standard competition with … Continue reading Tiu, Siano Win Oroquieta City Standard Chess Tournament
Asian Chess Federaton Marks 34th Anniversary
Today marks a special milestone as we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Asian Chess Federation (ACF), officially established on November 3, 1990. Over the decades, the ACF has grown into a vibrant community, uniting nations and fostering talent across Asia, while championing the sport of chess at all levels. We take this occasion to … Continue reading Asian Chess Federaton Marks 34th Anniversary
IM Daniel Quizon Tops 13th edition of the Kamatyas Rapid Open Chess Tournament
IM Daniel Quizon won the 13th edition of the Kamatyas Rapid Open Chess Tournament dubbed as “Blast of Mind Power” held November 2, 2024 at the ICON Isabela Convention Center in Cauayan City, Isabela, Philippines. Visit chess-results.com for round by round results and standings. Quizon bagged the P30,000 top prize of the rapid tilt organized … Continue reading IM Daniel Quizon Tops 13th edition of the Kamatyas Rapid Open Chess Tournament
172nd Internet-based FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar scheduled 22-24 November 2024 by Zoom
The 172nd Internet-based FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar is going to be organized from 22/11/2024 to 24/11/2024 by the Asian Chess Federation, under the auspices of FIDE. The Lecturer will be IA/IO Abudno, Casto (PHI), FIDE Lecturer, and the Assistant Lecturer will be IA Pahlevanzadeh, Mehrdad (IRI). In above photo, FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich (left) presents an … Continue reading 172nd Internet-based FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar scheduled 22-24 November 2024 by Zoom
Kevin Arquero Wins 3rd FM Angelito Z. Camer Rapid Chess Tournament
Kevin Arquero (above right) won via tiebreak the 3rd FM Angelito Z. Camer Rapid Chess Tournament last October 27, 2024 at the Greenfield District, Pavilion Mall in Mandaluyong City, Philiopines Arquero, tied for first, second and third places with FIDE Master Alekhine Nouri (left) and FIDE Master Ivan Travis Cu (center) at six points apiece … Continue reading Kevin Arquero Wins 3rd FM Angelito Z. Camer Rapid Chess Tournament
Poh Yu Tian Wins 19th IGB Dato Arthur Tan Malaysian Open 2024
IM Poh Yu Tian of Malaysia (left) scored an unbeaten 7.5/9 to win 19th IGB Dato Arthur Tan Malaysian Open Chess Championship 2024 part of Malaysian Chess Festival. IM Kushagra Mohan scored sole 7/9 to secure second place. Four players – GM Laylo Darwin (PHI), Sunle Gong (CHN), FM Stephen Rome Pangilinan (PHI) and FM … Continue reading Poh Yu Tian Wins 19th IGB Dato Arthur Tan Malaysian Open 2024
Nandhidhaa P V Wins 50th Indian National Women’s Championship 2024
by V Vijayaraghavan – 25/10/2024 WGM Nandhidhaa P V (TN) scored an unbeaten 9/11 to win 50th National Women Championship 2024. This is her first National Women title. WIM Priyanka K (TN), IM Padmini Rout (PSPB) and WGM Kiran Manisha Mohanty (LIC) scored 8.5/11 each. They secured second to fourth place according to tie-breaks. Nandhidhaa defeated … Continue reading Nandhidhaa P V Wins 50th Indian National Women’s Championship 2024
Nigel Short takes part in Turkmenistan’s chess festivities
A chess legend, FIDE Director for Chess Development, Nigel Short, was the center of attention of Turkmenistan’s chess and sports community last week. The 59-year-old grandmaster from England, famous for challenging World Champion Garry Kasparov in a title match back in 1993, participated in a number of events in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, during … Continue reading Nigel Short takes part in Turkmenistan’s chess festivities
FIDE President visits Uzbekistan
At the end of October, a FIDE delegation led by President Arkady Dvorkovich visited Uzbekistan as part of preparations for the 46th Chess Olympiad, which the country will host in 2026. Upon arriving in Samarkand on October 27, the FIDE delegation met with local authorities, inspected the construction of the EXPO Center, and reviewed hotel … Continue reading FIDE President visits Uzbekistan