Ju Wenjun Wins Game 6 to Pull Away 4:2 in Women’s World Championship Match
Women’s World Champion Ju Wenjun defeated Challenger Tan Zhongyi with the black pieces to close out the first half of the match with a crucial win. This result marks her third victory in the last four games, giving her a 4–2 lead as the match shifts to Tan’s home city of Chongqing. When asked yesterday … Continue reading Ju Wenjun Wins Game 6 to Pull Away 4:2 in Women’s World Championship Match
Zone 3.5 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Concluded in China
The Chinese (Zone 3.5) Men’s and Women’s Zonal Chess Championships were held March 21 to 30, 2025 in Ji’an, Jiangxi Province, China. The venue was the Jiuyuan Ancient Village in Jizhou District and many rooms were provided for parents and accompanying persons to rest and check the results which were posted in real time. There … Continue reading Zone 3.5 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Concluded in China
Central Asia Zone 3.4 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Concluded
The Asian Regional Championship (Zone 3.4) serving as FIDE World Cup and Women’s World Cup qualifying competition has concluded in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Bringing together the leading chess players from Central Asian countries, this tournament marked an important milestone for Kazakh and Central Asian chess on the road to global stage. After nine intense rounds, the … Continue reading Central Asia Zone 3.4 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Concluded
GM Guha Mitrabha Wins Melbourne International Open
GM Guha Mitrabha of India took the title with 8.0 points in the Melbourne International Open Chess Championships held April 7 to 9,2025 at the Melbourne Chess Club in Melbourne, Australia. The tournament attracted 90 participants. Grandmaster Rogelio “Joey” Antonio Jr. and International Master Jose Efren Bagamasbad, both of the Philippines, finished second and third, … Continue reading GM Guha Mitrabha Wins Melbourne International Open
Ju Wenjun Wins Game 5 to Lead 3:2 in Women’s World Championship Match
For the first time in the match, reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun has taken the lead, winning Game 5 in commanding fashion. After an opening that went awry for Tan Zhongyi, playing with the Black pieces, White quickly gained a significant advantage. Though the evaluation fluctuated, Ju remained in control, eventually picking up material for … Continue reading Ju Wenjun Wins Game 5 to Lead 3:2 in Women’s World Championship Match
7th “Boyi Cup” China Youth Chess International Open
The 7th “Boyi Cup” China Youth Chess International Open is scheduled 30th July to 4th August 2025 in Daqing City, Heilongjiang Province, China. Download regulations Boyi Cup China Youth Open The tournament is open to Chess players under the age of 25 (inclusive) (born after 1st June 2000) from all member countries of the World … Continue reading 7th “Boyi Cup” China Youth Chess International Open
Zone 3.1 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Start in Erbil, Iraq
The Zone 3.1 Men’s and Women’s Zonals started 8th April 2025 in Erbil, Iraq organized by the Iraqi Chess Federation. In photo, His Excellency Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of Kurdistan Region makes the ceremonial opening moves. Looking on are dignitaries led by Iraqi Chess Federation president Abdul Ameer Madhloom Dhafer. At left is Chief Arbiter … Continue reading Zone 3.1 Men’s and Women’s Zonals Start in Erbil, Iraq
1st Banton Chess Tournament Set April 12, 2025 in Romblon, Philippines
The 1st Banton Chess Tournament is scheduled April 12, 2025 at Genoroso Ponte Covered Court Poblacion Banton, Romblon. Organized by Philippine Executive Chess Association, South Luzon Chess Association, and Romblon Chess Club, Masonic Mu-og Lodge No. 89. ASCCA, the LGU of Banton, and BMHS Batch 92, the tournament offers a total of P70,000 in cash … Continue reading 1st Banton Chess Tournament Set April 12, 2025 in Romblon, Philippines
Louie Salvador Wins Rooky Mini-Open Tournament in Thailand
Louie Salvador of the Philippines (second from left) won the Rooky Mini -Open 2025 Standard Open Chess Championship (FIDE rated) held last April 4th to 7th 2025 at the Forum Park Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand. Salvador finished the 7-round Swiss system competition with 6 points on account of 5 wins and 2 draws to clinch … Continue reading Louie Salvador Wins Rooky Mini-Open Tournament in Thailand
Game 4 Drawn. Ju Wenjun and Tan Zhongyi Tied at 2:2
Song Hui, Deputy Director of Shanghai Administration of Sports and Mohd AI-Mudahka, Arab Chess Federation 1st Vice-President performed the first ceremonial moves in Game 4. Time trouble and middlegame madness characterized today’s game, and not just in moments, but throughout nearly every phase. It was a game that teased decisive results, but ultimately ended in a draw … Continue reading Game 4 Drawn. Ju Wenjun and Tan Zhongyi Tied at 2:2