Seeded Players Lead After 2 Rds of Asian Schools Chess Championship in Bangkok
Top seeded players lead after two rounds of the Asian Schools Chess Championship in Bangkok, Thailand. A record 555 players from 31 countries are competing in age groups U7, 9, 11, 13, 15 and 17 for boys and girls. The event is hosted by the Thailand Chess Association under the auspices of FIDE and the … Continue reading Seeded Players Lead After 2 Rds of Asian Schools Chess Championship in Bangkok
Asian Chess Federation Arbiters’ Workshop in Russian Language held in Uzbekistan
An Asian Chess Federation Arbiters’ Workshop was held in the Chess Academy of Uzbekistan on 28th and 29th November 2024 with participants from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Russia and host Uzbekistan. In total, 14 arbiters took part in the Workshop. Lecturer was IA Ashot Vardapetyan of Armenia. Representative from host Federation and Lecturer’s Assistant was President of … Continue reading Asian Chess Federation Arbiters’ Workshop in Russian Language held in Uzbekistan
Asian Schools Chess Championship Starts in Thailand
The Asian Schools Chess Championships started today, Tuesday 3rd December 2024, with a record 555 players from 31 countries participating. The event is hosted by the Thailand Chess Association under the auspices of FIDE and the Asian Chess Federation. Visit chess-results.com for round by round results and standings. There are twelve groups, namely under 7, … Continue reading Asian Schools Chess Championship Starts in Thailand
Abraham Tolentino, Former FIDE GenSec, Reelected Phil Olympic Committee President
ABRAHAM ‘Bambol’ Tolentino has been given a new mandate as Philippine Olympic Committee president after beating baseball chief Chito Loyzaga in today’s elections. Tolentino soundly beat the former Barangay Ginebra player, 45-15 (with one abstention), in elections among 61 voters during the polls held at the East Ocean Palace Restaurant in Paranaque City, Philippines. “I think the … Continue reading Abraham Tolentino, Former FIDE GenSec, Reelected Phil Olympic Committee President
Asian Children Dominate FIDE World Cadet Championship 2024
The 2024 World Cadet Chess Championship concluded in Montesilvano, Italy, after eleven thrilling rounds of competition across six tournaments. Outstanding young talents emerged as champions in each section. Chen Zhihan dominated the U8 Girls tournament. The second seed from China scored an impressive 9.5/11, finishing a full point ahead of Abigail Zhou and Stella Xin, … Continue reading Asian Children Dominate FIDE World Cadet Championship 2024
FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar in Russian held 25-27 November 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
A FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar was organised from 25/11/2024 to 27/11/2024 in Tashkent, under the auspices of FIDE and the Asian Chess Federation supported by the Planning and Development Commission. The Lecturer was IA Vardapetyan, Ashot (ARM), FIDE Lecturer, and Assistant Lecturer was IA/IO Turdialiev, Husan (UZB), FIDE Lecturer. The language of the Seminar was Russian. … Continue reading FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar in Russian held 25-27 November 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
3rd Alamto Cup and 1st Ilam IM Norm Tournament Set December in Iran
The Ilam Chess Association, in partnership with the Chess Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran, warmly invites chess players from across Asia and around the globe to take part in the 3rd Alamto Cup International Chess Festival. This prestigious event will be held from December 7 to 13, 2024, in the historic city of … Continue reading 3rd Alamto Cup and 1st Ilam IM Norm Tournament Set December in Iran
NM Michael Inigo Wins Philippine “Batang Pinoy” Blitz chess championship
National Master Michael Jan Stephen Rosalem Inigo emerged as the champion in the “Batang Pinoy” Blitz Chess Championship held November 24, 2024 in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines. Inigo, who plays for the City of Dumaguete , pocketed the gold medal for winning the tournament with 85 youth chess players participating. He had a perfect … Continue reading NM Michael Inigo Wins Philippine “Batang Pinoy” Blitz chess championship
Filipino FM Mario Mangubat Wins FIDE World Senior 65+ Rapid Chess Championship
Porto Santo Island, Portugal —Filipino FIDE Master Mario Mangubat, 65, won the FIDE World Seniors 65+ Rapid Chess Championshipo held 23rd November 2024 in Porto Santo island in Portugal. Mangubat (third from left) hails from Minglanilla, Cebu, Philippines. Mangubat, whose stint here is being supported by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) headed by its … Continue reading Filipino FM Mario Mangubat Wins FIDE World Senior 65+ Rapid Chess Championship
IM Ronald Dableo Wins Victoria Sports Club Rapid Chess Tournament
IM Ronald Dableo won the Victoria Sports Club Rapid Chess tournament held 23rd November 2024 in Quezon City, Philippines. Visit chess-results.com for round by round results and standings. Photo shows Ceremonial moves at the center with GM Joey Antonio versus Victoria Sports General Manager together with NM Al-basher Buto, VS Operation Manager Hart Ocampo and FM … Continue reading IM Ronald Dableo Wins Victoria Sports Club Rapid Chess Tournament