ACF and FIDE Ratify New Iraqi Chess Federation Statutes
The Asian Chess Federation (ACF) and International Chess Federation (FIDE) have ratified the new statutes of the Iraqi Chess Federation headed by President Dhafer, Abdul Ameer Madhloom. In a letter dated 27 September 2025, Asian Chess Federation president Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifah Al Nahyan stated: “Asian Chess Federation hereby ratifies the Statutes of Iraqi Chess … Continue reading ACF and FIDE Ratify New Iraqi Chess Federation Statutes
John Lee Antonio Wins Moonroast Cafe Rapid Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino John Lee Antonio emerged as champion of the Moonroast Cafe Rapid Chess Tournament held 28 September 2025 at the Tropang Chess Club headquarters in Poblacion, Makati City, Philippines. Antonio (left) finished the 7-round Swiss system competition with an undefeated score of 6.0 points on account of 5 wins and 2 draws to … Continue reading John Lee Antonio Wins Moonroast Cafe Rapid Chess Tournament
Asians Win World Juniors and Girls Rapid Chess Championships
The FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championships concluded in Lima, Peru with remarkable victories that highlighted the strength of the new generation of players. IM Mukhammadzokhid Suyarov (Uzbekistan) and WGM Xeniya Balabayeva (Kazakhstan) are the newly crowned World Junior Rapid Champions, winning the open and girls’ sections, respectively. With two grandmasters and several strong international … Continue reading Asians Win World Juniors and Girls Rapid Chess Championships
Marius Constante Wins PSC-NCFP Batang Pinoy Chess Henyo (Luzon leg)
Eight-year-old Marius Constante receives his trophy from NCFP CEO/Executive Director FST GM Jayson Gonzales for winning the PSC-NCFP Batang Pinoy Chess Henyo (Luzon leg) held 27 September 2025 at the Philippine Academy for Chess Excellence on Mindanao Avenue, Quezon City, Philippines8-year-old Marius Constante (champion) and The chess prodigy from Novaliches, Quezon City, accumulated an undefeated … Continue reading Marius Constante Wins PSC-NCFP Batang Pinoy Chess Henyo (Luzon leg)
Xavier School San Juan Wins Jesuit Athletic Meet in the Philippines
Xavier School team, from left, bd 5 Nathan Emilio Valdez, bd 2 Jericho Winston Cu, bd 6 Kirk Xander Lim, bd 3 Ryan Gabriel Taguba, bd 4 AFM Philip Gregory Pe, bd 1 FM Ivan Travis Cu, Athletic Director Ms. Aimee Apolinario and Head Coach Rolando Yutuc By Marlon Bernardino Xavier School San Juan won … Continue reading Xavier School San Juan Wins Jesuit Athletic Meet in the Philippines
2nd Kuwait International Chess Festival set 15-24 January 2026
Kuwait Chess Federation, with its prominent activities across Kuwait, is proud to announce the historical second chess Festival for various categories, featuring top players from around the world. This tournament is open to all FIDE players, of all ages and skill levels, and offers a chance to showcase your talent, relish and compete for prizes. … Continue reading 2nd Kuwait International Chess Festival set 15-24 January 2026
8 Year Old Wins 21st Noypi x Robinson’s Magnolia 13-under FIDE-Rated Rapid Tournament
Champion 8 year old Marius Constante and tournament director National Arbiter Richard Dela Cruz. By Marlon Bernardino Marius Constante swept the seven round 21st Noypi x Robinson’s Magnolia Kids 13-under FIDE-Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 20th September 2025 in Quezon City, Philippines. The eight year old Novaliches, Quezon City resident Constante, prevailed over Zyler Dayo, Elisha … Continue reading 8 Year Old Wins 21st Noypi x Robinson’s Magnolia 13-under FIDE-Rated Rapid Tournament
GM Sanan Sjugirov Wins 1st Buddhist Rapid Chess Championship
GM Sanan Sjugirov of Hungary won the 1st Buddhist Rapid Chess Championship held 18-21 September in Kalmykia, Russia. A total of 34 players from eight countries participated in the 9-round Swiss rapid chess championship, namely Hungary, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Thailand and host Russia. Sjugirov finished alone with 8 points for the gold medal. … Continue reading GM Sanan Sjugirov Wins 1st Buddhist Rapid Chess Championship
IIEE Singapore Wins 7th level championships in IIEE Olympiad
The IIEE Singapore team won another level championship in the penultimate 9th round of the IIEE National Chess Olympiad. They lead the remaining 16-teams going into the last round scheduled October 3, 2025 via Lichess. Mark Gerald Reyes led all scorers with 16 points and other Singaporean players with more than 10 points each include … Continue reading IIEE Singapore Wins 7th level championships in IIEE Olympiad
Yunus Khan of India Wins Dasman Classic Chess Championship in Kuwait
Yunus Khan of India finished alone with 7.5 points to win the Dasman Classic Chess Championship organized 10-18 September 2025 by the Kuwait Mind Sports Association in Kuwait. Visit chess-results.com for round by round results and final standings and to download games. Champion Yunus Khan of India (left) Runner-up Amani Alazmi of Kuwait (left) … Continue reading Yunus Khan of India Wins Dasman Classic Chess Championship in Kuwait