GM Mitrabha Guha dominates Indian National Blitz Championship 2025
by Shahid Ahmed – 26/03/2025 GM Mitrabha Guha (RSPB) scored an unbeaten 10.5/11 to win National Blitz Championship 2025. He finished a full point ahead of the rest. The reigning National champion, GM Karthik Venkataraman (AP) scored 9.5/11 to secure second place. GM Pranesh M (TN) once again scored 9/11. However, his rank became third. Mitrabha’s sole … Continue reading GM Mitrabha Guha dominates Indian National Blitz Championship 2025
Iniyan Pa becomes Indian National Rapid 2025 Champion
by Shahid Ahmed – 24/03/2025 GM Iniyan Pa (TN), GM Pranesh M (TN), GM P Shyam Nikhil (TN) and GM Diptayan Ghosh scored 9/11 each at National Rapid Championship 2025. Iniyan won the tournament on tie-breaks. The remaining three were placed second to fourth respectively. Only Iniyan remained undefeated among them. Top 17 finishers are … Continue reading Iniyan Pa becomes Indian National Rapid 2025 Champion
GM Nihal Sarin Wins 18th Tashkent Open
Top 3 (L to R): 2nd GM Sanan Sjugirov (HUN) 7.5/10, 1st GM Nihal Sarin 8/10 and 3rd GM Abhimanyu Puranik 7.5/10 | Photo: Uzbekistan Chess Federation by Shahid Ahmed – 30/03/2025 GM Nihal Sarin drew against GM Shamsiddin Vokhidov (UZB) to win 18th Tashkent Open, Agzamov Memorial 2025 Open A (≥1800). He finished a half … Continue reading GM Nihal Sarin Wins 18th Tashkent Open
National Electricity Transmission wins Mongolian Corporate Chess Championship
The Mongolian Chess Federation (MCF), in collaboration with the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI), successfully organized the inaugural National Corporate Chess Championship, which concluded on March 29, 2025, in Ulaanbaatar. The event aimed to promote chess within the corporate community, foster strategic thinking, and strengthen professional relationships among Mongolian businesses. Inspired by … Continue reading National Electricity Transmission wins Mongolian Corporate Chess Championship
Mohamad Sacar Wins 1st Vientiane Open FIDE Rating Tournament
Mohamad Sacar of the Philippines swept his assignments and scored 5.0 points to rule the 1st Vientiane Open FIDE Rated Standard Chess Tournament held March 29-30, 2025 at the National Olympic Committee headquarters in Vientiane, Laos. In photo, Sacar (center) receives his trophy from Laos Chess Federation president John Vilavane Inthava (left) and FIDE National … Continue reading Mohamad Sacar Wins 1st Vientiane Open FIDE Rating Tournament
$80,000 Asian Individual Chess Championship 6-16 May 2025 in Al Ain, UAE
The Road to the World Cup: Asian Individual Chess Championship 2025 May 6 – May 16, 2025 | Danat Hotel & Resorts, Al Ain, UAE The Asian Individual Chess Championship 2025 is more than just a tournament—it’s a gateway to the FIDE World Cup, where the world’s best players compete on the global stage. Are … Continue reading $80,000 Asian Individual Chess Championship 6-16 May 2025 in Al Ain, UAE
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H.E. Field Marshal Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa Chess Tournament
The Bahrain Chess Federation announced the His Excellency Field Marshal Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa Chess Tournament on 8 April 2025 in Bahrain.
Asians Rule 2025 FIDE World Schools Chess Championship
The 2025 FIDE World School Chess Championship in Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia has concluded, bringing together 470 young players from 43 national federations in a thrilling competition. Kazakhstan emerged as the most successful nation, winning four gold, three silver, and one bronze medal across twelve tournaments in six age categories. The home crowd had much to … Continue reading Asians Rule 2025 FIDE World Schools Chess Championship
Sheikh Sultan Sends ACF Sympathy to Myanmar and Thailand Chess Federations
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