The first Bahrain Chess Championship was held in 2023 and was a great success! The event brought together Bahraini chess players from all over the country, and it was a great opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy the game. The future of the Bahrain Chess Championship looks bright, and we are looking forward to next year’s edition!

With the support of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, we are confident that the Bahraini Chess Federation will continue to grow and bring out the best from Bahrain’s vast pool of talent. The team is committed to creating a vibrant and friendly atmosphere for all participants so that everyone can come together to enjoy the game of chess. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for this amazing game!

The Bahraini Chess Federation is proud to be at the forefront of promoting chess in the country and will continue to strive towards cultivating an environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to enjoy the game. We hope that the First Bahrain Chess Championship 2023 will set a strong foundation for the success of future tournaments and events, and with HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa at the helm, we look forward to an exciting future!

The establishment of the Bahraini Chess Federation after HH Shaikh Khalid issued an edict to register the Bahraini Chess Federation.

In Feb 2023, the first Bahrain Chess Championship has taken place, marking a milestone in the history of chess in Bahrain. This has been made possible due to the edict issued in Jan 2023 by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, which led to the formation of the Bahraini Chess Federation. The rise of chess in Bahrain is owing to his efforts and dedication that have enabled people from all across Bahrain to come together and enjoy this popular board game. It promises to be an exciting event with an interesting mix-up of local talent and international experts. By bringing these diverse communities together and encouraging them to participate in the championship, HH Shaikh Khalid has created an opportunity for everyone to interact and learn from each other as well as foster a sense of unity in the Bahrain chess community.

The formation of the Board of Directors for the Bahraini Chess Federation is a major step forward in securing a solid foundation and future for this beloved game. Led by Khaled Burhan Al-Din Muhammad Al-Awadi, The Board of Directors hopes to ensure that all chess players have access to resources, training, and events to bring out their full potential. With the formation of the Board, chess in Bahrain is expected to flourish over the next few years and become a major international destination for competitive players.

The appointment of Aisha Abdullah Mutaiwee as Vice-President of the Federation and the membership of the Board of Directors to each of Ebrahim Ali Ibrahim Al Burshid, Nora Abdul Jabbar Qassem Khonji, Muhammad Shaker Hamid Hassan, Ammar Jasser Yousef Al Shamsi, and Abdullah Muhammad Khaled Rabia Al Dosari is a testament to the dedication of these individuals in growing the game of chess in Bahrain.

The Bahrain Chess Federation is committed to promoting chess across all ages and skill levels, creating an active learning environment that can inspire and motivate players of all backgrounds. The federation also plans to create a national chess team and conduct a series of chess tournaments.

With this new Board of Directors, we are certain that the game is moving in the right direction and that it will become a major international destination for competitive players. Chess has always been an important pastime for many in Bahrain, and the federation’s commitment to promoting chess across all ages will ensure that it remains a vibrant part of our culture. . The federation will undoubtedly bring an abundance of benefits for chess players and enthusiasts, enabling an exciting and engaging platform to showcase their talents on a global stage.

This is an important step for chess in the kingdom and is sure to bring about many positive changes. The Bahraini Chess Federation will be instrumental in providing access to quality tournaments organized on both local and international levels and allowing people to interact with each other and learn from each other’s skills. It also promotes the love for this game and fosters a sense of community amongst Bahraini chess players.

It is expected that with the registered federation, new talent will emerge from all over Bahrain and take part in the upcoming first Bahrain Chess Championship 2023. This event promises to create an exciting platform for both local and international players.

The first Bahrain Chess Championship was organized at the beginning of 2023

The opening of the first Bahrain Chess Championship in 2023 was a remarkable celebration for the entire nation. Over 120 players from various governorates gathered to participate in this momentous event that lasted three weeks. Participants competed with each other to the highest level possible. This inaugural edition of the Bahrain Chess Championship has made an indelible impression in local chess circles.

The event was a success, with many participants and spectators.

The First Bahrain Chess Championship 2023 was an unqualified success, bringing together talented chess players from the region and beyond and a large number of spectators. An atmosphere of camaraderie permeated the whole event, and the enthusiasm for the game was clear to see as people discussed their moves and strategies with excitement. What began as just another regional event ended up becoming a high-energy gathering whose wholesome atmosphere quickly spread through word-of-mouth, drawing in more chess fans than initially believed possible. In this sense, it can be said that Bahrain’s first foray into the world of competitive chess was met with great success.

The final ranking of the tournament is as follows:

The tournament was a huge success and gave rise to enthusiastic enthusiasm amongst the players as their love of the game united them. The national men’s team of Bahrain for the year 2023, which was formed after the tournament, consists of Hussein Ayad, Maher Ayad, Khalaf Boukhlef, Ibrahim Burshid and Ali Al-Ghasra.

The national women’s team of Bahrain for the year 2023 was also formed following the tournament and consists of Hawra Sharaf, Maram Al-Mousawi, Wafaa Ibrahim, Naglaa Ahmed and Sondos Obaid.

In addition to these two teams, the tournament also resulted in the formation of various age group teams for boys, consisting of players from Under 20, Under 18, Under 16, Under 14, Under 12 and Under 10 categories. The players selected for each category are Mohamed Taqi (Under 20), Abdul Rahman Obaid (Under 18), Ronen Abdullah (Under 16), Sayed Hashim Ali (Under 14), Mahmoud Al-Mousawi (Under 12) and Jad Tariq Jawad (Under 10).

Similarly, for the girls, the players chosen for each category are Honorable Mention Hawara Sharaf (Under 20), Maram Al Mousawi (Under 18), Sondos Obaid (Under 16), Dania Obaid (Under 14), Reem Al Salman (Under 12) and Joud Al-Faraj (Under 10). All these players are highly talented and have the potential to bring glory to Bahrain in international tournaments.

The tournament has helped identify promising young talent, which will boost both men’s and women’s chess in Bahrain for the years to come. The teams formed as a result of it are sure to represent Bahrain at various international tournaments in the future and bring pride and glory to their country.

Undoubtedly, this tournament was a great success and has helped pave the way for even greater achievements in the future for Bahrain’s national chess teams. With its success, the country will surely witness a new chess era in Bahrain in the coming years!

This is only the beginning, but one thing is certain; Bahrain’s bright future in competitive chess is looking very promising indeed! The Bahrain Chess Federation looks forward to continuing its work toward making the game of chess more accessible and enjoyable for everyone, both locally and around the world. We are confident that with the help of all our dedicated supporters, we can create an even greater future for this fantastic sport!

The Tournament was managed by the staff of arbiters as follows:

Chief ArbiterFA/FT/CM/SI Larbi Ben Yahya, Deputy Chief ArbiterNA Mohsin, Basim A. Arbiter : IM/FT/NA/ Mohamed Tissir| NA Mostafa Salah| NA Amal Jawad Alhashemi| NA Ahmed Ebrahim Hasan

Chess is now gaining popularity in Bahrain.

The inaugural Bahrain Chess Championship 2023 is set to be held in the small Arabian nation of Bahrain, signaling a trend of chess-playing fervor that has been steadily growing across the country. It’s an exciting time for chess in Bahrain, where local tournaments are becoming increasingly popular, as well as regular events such as hopefully the annual King’s Cup championships. As more believers from neighboring countries come together to better their game, so too is their appetite for larger international tournaments such as the upcoming Bahrain Chess Championship in 2024. With greater interest and more skilled players emerging from the region, this event promises to be a remarkable tournament with players from all corners of the Middle East coming together to take part in this thrilling game of skill and strategy.

The first Bahrain Chess Championship was a resounding success, with many participants and spectators. This popularity is only set to increase in Bahrain and the broader region as chess continues to gain traction. With its rich history and strong foundations, Bahrain is poised to become a leading force in the world of chess. We hope to see you at the next edition of the Bahrain Chess Championship!