Commonwealth Chess Championship Scheduled 8-17 Nov 2025 in Malaysia
by Ellie Emira The Malaysian Chess Federation (MCF), under the auspices of the Commonwealth Chess Association and FIDE, is pleased to invite National Chess Federations from all Commonwealth countries to participate in the Commonwealth Chess Championship 2025, scheduled from 8 November (Arrival) to 17 November 2025 (Departure) at the Corus KLCC Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. The … Continue reading Commonwealth Chess Championship Scheduled 8-17 Nov 2025 in Malaysia
Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Set 23-29 Dec 2025 in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong China Chess Federation (HKCCF) is honoured to invite chess players from all member federations of Eastern Asia Zone 3.3 & Zone 3.5 to participate in the Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Chess Championship 2025 (with direct titles & norms) from the 22nd December 2025 (arrival) and departure on 30th December 2025. The … Continue reading Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Set 23-29 Dec 2025 in Hong Kong
21-year-old Filipino David Sarmiento wins Rapid Chess Championship in Emden, Germany
By Marlon Bernardino David Ray Sarmiento, 21-year-old chess prodigy from Nueva Ecija, Philippines, won the 50th Anniversary Emden Chess Club Rapid Chess Championships held September 14, 2025 at the Culture Center in Emden, Germany. Sarmiento was undefeated with an impressive score of 6.0 points from 5 wins and 2 draws. David Ray Sarmiento’s triumph is … Continue reading 21-year-old Filipino David Sarmiento wins Rapid Chess Championship in Emden, Germany
Asians Lead FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss, Qualification Chances in Men’s
GM Rameshbabu Vaishali of India (left) beat GM Mariya Muzychuk (right) of Ukraine to tie Kateryna Lagno of Russia for the lead after the penultimate round of the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The top two qualify into the Women’s Candidates Tournament. Visit chess-results.com for round by round results and standings. In the … Continue reading Asians Lead FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss, Qualification Chances in Men’s
IIEE North Cotabato and Metro Central Win 3×3 Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino The IIEE Northern Cotabato, composed of team captain Aneano Bejec Jr., Richard James Mendoza, Reinheart Pillo, Randy Belarmino and Irenio Butigan, captured the crown last September 13 at Koten, Pasay City, Philippines. This team from Kidapawan were the first team who qualified in the Visayas-Mindanao leg as they won the Southern Mindanao … Continue reading IIEE North Cotabato and Metro Central Win 3×3 Chess Tournament
Registration for Asian Schools Chess Championship in Full Swing
Registration for the Asian Schools Chess Championship scheduled 24th October to 2nd November 2025 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia is now in full swing. Usernames and passwords have been sent to the official emails of national federations in Asia for the registration link https://ascc2025.chesstournament.org/ Download 19th Asian Schools Chess Championship 2025 Visit Join Asian Schools Chess Championship … Continue reading Registration for Asian Schools Chess Championship in Full Swing
IM Oliver Dimakiling Wins the Chess Hub Rapid tournament at Sahara Centre
The newly formed Chess Hub concluded its first series of events with tournaments for up-and-coming juniors and veteran players alike over the weekend of 6th and 7th September 2025 at the Sahara Center in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. IM Oliver Dimakiling (third from right), one of the coaches at the Dubai Chess and Culture Club, … Continue reading IM Oliver Dimakiling Wins the Chess Hub Rapid tournament at Sahara Centre
Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso Inter-Barangay Chess Team Tournament
by Marlon Bernardino The Barangay 449 squad reigned supreme in the Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso Inter-Barangay Rapid Chess Team Tournament held September 8, 2025 at the Coleseo de Manila, Vistas Street in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. Playing for Barangay 449 Chess Team were Board 1 GM candidate Ronald Dableo (5.0 points), Board 2 Samson Chhiu … Continue reading Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso Inter-Barangay Chess Team Tournament
James Padua Wins Marikina Rapid Chess Championship
by Marlon Bernardino James Padua won the Barangka Rapid Chess Tournament held 7th September 2025 at the Barangka Elementary School in Marikina City, Philippines. Padua, tied for first place with John Narito at 6.0 points apiece. With the higher tiebreak points, Padua took the title while Narito finished second. Time control was 15 minutes plus … Continue reading James Padua Wins Marikina Rapid Chess Championship
FIDE Grand Swiss Starts in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Round one of the 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss ended with a high number of draws in the Open section. By contrast, the Women’s Grand Swiss delivered early drama as several top seeds were upset by lower-rated opponents. The first games of the 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss started at 3 PM local time in Samarkand. Now … Continue reading FIDE Grand Swiss Starts in Samarkand, Uzbekistan