Awards Ceremonies of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Asian Chess Federation General Secretary Hisham Al Taher (left) and Hong Kong Chess Federation president K.K. Chan (second from right) with gold medalists of each category, from left: W2000 Enkhsaikhan Odmaa (MGL), U2000 Jan Cliffor Labog (PHI), U2300 Khishighat Ulziikhishig (MGL), U1700 Paul Christian Barroga (PHI), W1700 Yana Emilou De Vera (PHI) and W2300 Kristina … Continue reading Awards Ceremonies of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Philippines, Mongolia, Kazakhstan Top Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Philippines topped the overall medal tally with four gold medals followed by Mongolia with three golds and Kazakhstan with one gold and two silver medals in the Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong. The tournament was organized by the Hong Kong Chess Federation under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation. Over a thousand … Continue reading Philippines, Mongolia, Kazakhstan Top Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Tight Race after Penultimate Round of Asian Amateur in Hong Kong
It’s a tight race for the crown after the penultimate round of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong. The tournament is organized by the Hong Kong Chess Federation under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation. Over a thousand players from 26 countries are competing in the tournament until 9th August. Visit chess-results.com for … Continue reading Tight Race after Penultimate Round of Asian Amateur in Hong Kong
Velammal MHS School (India) takes gold at 2025 World Schools Team Championship
After eight exciting rounds, the 2025 World Schools Team Championship wrapped up today in Alexandria, Virginia, USA. Set on the beautiful campus of Episcopal High School, the event brought together some of the most talented young chess players from around the world. Rising above the rest with a perfect score, Velammal MHS School from India … Continue reading Velammal MHS School (India) takes gold at 2025 World Schools Team Championship
IM Kojima Shinya Wins Japan Chess Classic 2025
IM Kojima Shinya (in foreground) won the Japan Chess Classic 2025 held from July 18 to 21 in Sapporo, Japan. This FIDE-rated Swiss tournament attracted 111 participants from 12 federations. The tournament was jointly organized by the Japan Chess Federation and the Sapporo Chess Club, and took place at Kaderu 2.7, a convention center in … Continue reading IM Kojima Shinya Wins Japan Chess Classic 2025
Philippine, Kazakh and Monglian Players Barge into lead in homestretch of Asian Amateur
Philippine players together with Kazakhstan and Mongolian players barged into the lead in the homestretch of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong. Yana Emilou De Vera of the Philippines leads alone with 6 points in the women’s Under-1700 division. Filipina Allanney Jia Doroy is joined by Chowdhury Diya of India, Enkhsaikhan Odmaa of … Continue reading Philippine, Kazakh and Monglian Players Barge into lead in homestretch of Asian Amateur
Solo Leaders Emerge after Halfway Mark of Asian Amateur Chess Championship
Solo leaders have emerged in most categories after six rounds of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong. Paul Christian Bbarroga of the Phlippines leads alone with perfect six points in the Under 1700 category. FM Khishigbat Ulziikhishig of Mongolia leads with 5.5 points in the U2300 category. Labog, Jan Clifford Labog of the … Continue reading Solo Leaders Emerge after Halfway Mark of Asian Amateur Chess Championship
FM Subrota Biswas clear first at GM Zia Memorial 2025
by Shahid Ahmed – 06/08/2025 In photo Champion FM Subrota Biswas receives his prize.| Photo: Bangladesh Chess Federation FM Subrota Biswas scored 8/9 to win the GM Zia Memorial Rating 2025. He finished a half point ahead of the rest. Late GM Ziaur Rahman’s son – FM Zia Tahsin Tajwar (BAN) and IM Kushagra Mohan … Continue reading FM Subrota Biswas clear first at GM Zia Memorial 2025
Mostly Chinese Lead After Rd 4 of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Asian Chess Federation General Secretary Hisham Al Taher (seated fourth from left), Hong Kong Chess Federation President K.K. Chan (center) and FIDE Treasurer Zhu Chen (fourth from right) with officials of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship. Chief Arbiter Khusan Turdialiev of Uzbekistan is seated second from left. After four rounds, mostly Chinese, Kazakhs, Filipinos, an … Continue reading Mostly Chinese Lead After Rd 4 of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Leaders Trimmed Down After Rd 3 of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong
Leaders have been trimmed down after three rounds of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong. The tournament is being held in six groups for U1700, U2000 and U2300 for men and women. the tournament is organized by the Hong Kong Chess Federation under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation. Over a thousand … Continue reading Leaders Trimmed Down After Rd 3 of Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong