Saint Louis Rapid and Blitz 2023: Day 1 Recap
The 2023 Saint Louis Rapid and Blitz kicked off on Novermber 14 with the first three rounds of rapid action, as the Grand Chess Tour makes its fourth stop of the year. Both events feature a 10-player round-robin format, with a time control of 25 minutes plus 10 seconds increment for the rapid, and five minutes with a 2 second increment for the blitz. The rapid scoring is doubled, with 2 points earned for each win, 1 point for a draw, and 0 for a loss. After the first day of play, wildcard GM Le Quang Liem leads the field with 5.0/6, with GMs Alireza Firouzja and Ray Robson tied for second with 4.0/6. The opening of the event coincided with the World Chess Hall of Fame inductions of grandmasters Bent Larsen, Lajos Portisch, and former Women’s World Champion Susan Polgar, hosted at Webster University. Susan Polgar gives her induction speech. | Photo courtesy of Saint Louis Chess Club, Crystal Fuller RAPID | ROUNDS 1-3 Liem’s campaign started off strong with a win over GM Wesley So, as a nice tactic allowed Liem to win the exchange along with the game: Liem-So: 40.Nf6+! followed By d6-d7 would soon force resignation. Another big win was scored by Firouzja, who took down Caruana thanks to a powerful exchange sacrifice as Black: Caruana-Firouzja: 29…Rxf3! 30.gxf3 Rg3! left White dead lost to the kingside attack. Reigning champion Firouzja started off with a huge win over Caruana. | Photo courtesy of Saint Louis Chess Club, Lennart Ootes Meanwhile GM Sam Sevian stunned GM Ian Nepomniachtchi with a fantastic rook sacrifice that left Nepo’s king wide exposed: Sevian-Nepomniachtchi: After 18.Bxh6! gxh6 was answered with 19.Rxe6!, upgrading to a full rook sacrifice in order to mate Black’s king. After all games were drawn in the second round, with Liem spoiling a winning position against Robson, the number one player from Vietnam scored another victory in Round 3 against GM Jeffery Xiong, taking the lead thanks to some fine technical play in the endgame. A surprise leader, but Liem is a former World Blitz Champion. | Photo courtesy of Saint Louis Chess Club, Lennart Ootes The only other winner in the last round of the day was Robson, who got the better of some serious complications against Sevian to find himself tied for second place: Sevian-Robson: 18…Nxe4! lead to some very unclear tactics after 19.Bxa5 Bxh3!?, which eventually turned in Robson’s favor. A Saint Louis local, Robson started the event with two draws and a win. | Photo courtesy of Saint Louis Chess Club, Crystal Fuller The 2023 Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz continues tomorrow, November 15th, starting at 1:00 PM CDT. Catch all the action live with grandmaster commentators Yasser Seirawan, Peter Svidler, and Tania Sachdev on uschesschamps.com and on the Saint Louis Chess Club’s YouTube and Twitch.tv channels. Written by IM Kostya Kavutskiy Photos: Lennart Ootes and Crystal Fuller Official website: grandchesstour.org/2023-grand-chess-tour/2023-saint-louis-rapid-blitz
FIDE partners with Safe Sport International for Safeguarding Framework
FIDE has partnered with Safe Sport International to begin the process of developing a Safeguarding Framework within FIDE. The initial efforts will involve the development of an overarching Safeguarding policy that addresses how FIDE and its members manage the various aspects of safeguarding within a global organisation, including issues of sexual harassment and safeguarding of children and other persons at risk. The policy will also consider international standards and guidelines that will be the most appropriate benchmarks for FIDE to apply. This first stage will also involve discussions between SSI Consultants and key officers within FIDE and some other stakeholders in the first instance to frame the policy and the associated procedures that will form part of the safeguarding framework. FIDE, as evidenced in its charter, embraces diversity and inclusion. One of the key priority areas of the administration of FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich during his first term was to increase the number of females in all aspects of the chess ecosystem. This renewed focus will require the creation of ‘safe spaces’ and associated operating infrastructures for females to thrive. Additionally, FIDE continues to engage in many Social Action projects. e.g. Chess for Protection and Chess for Freedom, as well as Chess in Education. With this comes wider and more complex demographics that are being served, and this introduces additional responsibilities when dealing with persons at risk or vulnerable persons. In this context, FIDE turned to Safe Sport International as a partner that has the relevant expertise in this very sensitive topic. Deputy Chair of the FIDE Management Board, Dana Reizniece-Ozola, remarked this being a very important step FIDE makes, “As the Global body for Chess, FIDE understands its role in setting the example for safeguarding within our chess community. We are happy to work with Safe Sport International, which has extensive experience in this field and look forward to having a practical and effective framework to guide our internal operations as well as our almost 200 member federations.” Neal Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of Safe Sport International, also expressed his delight with this engagement, “We are delighted to partner with the International Chess Federation in our shared commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals in the chess community. At Safe Sport International, we believe in the power of collaboration and through our consultancy services, we are providing our expertise to help FIDE develop their safeguarding policy. We look forward to a successful partnership that will secure a safer, more inclusive future for the chess world.” About Safe Sport International Everyone, everywhere safe in sport Safe Sport International (SSI) is the leading non-profit committed to ending all forms of interpersonal violence, abuse, and harassment in sports environments globally. SSI puts research and the voices of athletes at the heart of its work with governmental and non-governmental agencies, international and national sports organisations, competitive sport delivery organisations, athletes, and other participants in sport. SSI consultants have been involved in all the major developments in safe sport over the last 15 years. Specifically, they have worked with the United Nations, The International Olympic Committee, Council for Europe, UNICEF, FIFA, the Commonwealth Games Federation, English Football Association, International Netball Federation, Philippines Rugby, ATP Men’s Tennis Tour, World Rugby, and many other organisations.
FIDE Director for Chess Development visits Namibia
From November 8-12, 2023, the Director for Chess Development of the International Chess Federation, Nigel Short, visited Namibia, where he held several meetings with local authorities, chess officials and sponsors, went to see a local school and gave a simul to Namibian chess players. The visit was a part of FIDE’s initiative to promote chess growth and development in African countries. During the meeting with the British High Commissioner Charles Moore and officials of the Namibian Chess Federation, Nigel Short discussed the ways to bring positive change to the chess development in the country. The FIDE official paid visits to Peoples Primary School in Katutura, where he met schools’ principals, teachers and members of local chess clubs. For many of them, it was the first time they met a grandmaster; the opportunity to talk to and play chess with the three-time Commonwealth Champions was very inspiring and motivating. “My job is to assist the smaller federations. I have come to talk to the federation and find about the chess situation in the country. I think I have seen that chess in Namibia is promising, and there are activities in schools,” Short said. “Schools are very important if you need to increase the base of the chess players. I was at several schools in Namibia, and it was pleasing to see activity,” he added. During the visit, Short gave a simultaneous exhibition against 20 Namibian chess players, winning 17 and drawing three. FIDE Director for Chess Development also attended the presenting chess boards to the school from the Gift of Chess initiative. As part of the visit, Nigel Short also played in the 2023 Windhoek Open Grand Prix Leg. Short, who became the first English player to play a World Chess Championship match in 1993, won all seven games against Danny Chipandeka, Genius Sihlala, McLean Handjaba, Jemusse Zhemba, Heskiel Ndahangwapo, Lutopu Khoa, and Sibusiso Angula. It was the first time a chess grandmaster participated in a tournament in Namibia. “The level of chess displayed was very high. Grandmaster Short was very impressed with what we are doing as a federation. In terms of competitiveness, we have set the bar high on the African front. We are beating countries like South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana when it comes to event organization,” said Goodwill Khoa, President of the Namibian Chess Federation. He added that players were inspired by the presence of a grandmaster participating in the tournament, and hopefully, it would boost chess development in the country. The visit also attracted considerable attention in Namibian media. It will help to get more interest in the game among people of the country and potential sponsors who can invest in organizing tournaments and supporting new talents in Namibia.
2023 World Youth Chess Championship kicks off in Montesilvano, Italy
The 2023 World Youth Chess Championship started in Montesilvano, Italy. The Opening ceremony took place in Congress Center – Pala Dean Martin, the official playing venue of the competition. First, the Anthems of the host country, Italy and the International Chess Federation were performed. Among the distinguished guests were Ottavio De Martinis, Mayor of Montesilvano; Adriano Tocco, the city council; Veronica Goi, Vice-President of the Italian Chess Federation; and FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich, who made short speeches. Ottavio de Martinis, Mayor of Montesilvano, thanked the FIDE President and the Italian Chess Federation for an opportunity to host the championship and greeted the participants. “On behalf of the entire Montesilvano, I wish you a wonderful championship and amazing days in our city”, he said. “The year is coming to an end, and very soon, we will know the names of six new World Youth Champions. And who knows, maybe some of you, the best of you, will have a chance to participate in the upcoming World Rapid and Blitz Championship in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. So, try to show your best. I really hope that many of you will represent your countries in the very top events all around the world, including possibly in Italy in 2028. Who knows. Italy made a bid for the Olympiad in 2028,” FIDE President said. He also thanked the municipality of Montesilvano for its tremendous hospitality and for making the participants feel comfortable in the competition. “Chess is a conflict of two intellects, but at the same time, it is the game that can unite and build good partnership… Take this tournament as a big experience for all of you, and good luck,” said Veronica Goi, Vice President of the Italian Chess Federación After Arkady Dvorkovich and Ottavio De Martinis made the first ceremonial moves, the competition got off the mark. The event brought together 766 participants from 80 federations of FIDE, with 134 players in Open category U18, Open U16 138 players, Open U14 178 players; in Girls category U18 86, Girls U16 138, and Girls U14 125 players. The top seed players in all categories are GM Volodar Murzin(FIDE, 2625), IM Jan Klimkowski (POL, 2520), IM Savva Vetokhin (FIDE, 2403), WIM Yelyzaveta Hrebenshchykova, (UKR, 2292), WIM Nurmanova, Alua (KAZ,2367), WFM Shukhman, Anna (FIDE,2263). There were several surprises in the first round of the championship. In the Open U18 category, the second seed, Indian IM VuppalaPrraneeth, was defeated by Mathias Lind Schouten of Norway, rated 2175. The second upset of the day occurred on the second board in the Girl U16 section as Liya Kurmangaliyeva (KAZ, 2236) managed only a draw facing Jessica Hyatt (USA,1818). Round 1 results: Open U18 Open U16 Open U14 Girls U18 Girls U16 Girls U14 Photos: Przemek Nikiel Official website: worldyouth2023.com/
Mexican Championship 2023: Obregon Rivero and Corrales Jimenes win titles
Juan Obregon Rivero and Zenia Corrales Jimenes are the new champions of Mexico. The absolute and women’s Mexico chess championships 2023 took place in Complejo Cultural de Los Pinos, Mexico City, from November 7-11. Both competitions were 9-round Swiss tournaments with classical time control. The top seed, Juan Obregon Rivero, grabbed the sole lead with two rounds go after beating Luis Ibarra Chami and Julio Diaz Rosas, but Leonel Figueredo Losada was hard on his heels. After their clash in the penultimate round ended in a draw, Obregon Rivero came into the final round a half-point ahead of his main rival. The leader managed only a draw against GM Juan Gonzalez Zamora, while Figueredo Losada convincingly outplayed Julio Diaz Rosas and caught up with Obregon Rivero. Both finished on 7/9 and tied for first place, but the title went to Obregon Rivero, thanks to a slightly better Buchholz. Both the champion and the runner-up completed the event unbeaten. As many as seven players tied for the third position in the standings on 6/9, with Julio Diaz Rosas taking bronze, again by dint of superior Buchholz. Final standings open: 1 GM Obregon Rivero, Juan 2510 7 2 IM Figueredo Losada, Leonel 2373 7 3 FM Diaz Rosas, Julio Cesar 2363 6 4 GM Ibarra Chami, Luis Fernando 2469 6 5 GM Gonzalez Zamora, Juan 2501 6 6 FM Gracia Alvarez, Gerardo 2231 6 7 CM Avila Rodriguez, Joshua 2258 6 8 IM Torres Rosas, Luis Carlos 2366 6 9 GM Hernandez Guerrero, Gilberto 2549 6 10 IM Sanchez Enriquez, Oscar 2328 5½ The women’s event saw WIM Zenia Corrales Jimenes steamroll the competition, winning seven straight games and removing all the doubts about her winning the title. Despite losing in the penultimate round to WIM Tania Miranda Rodriguez, Zenia scored an impressive 7.5/9 and finished a full point ahead of Tania, who earned silver. There was a four-way tie for third place, with 17-year-old Paula Hernandez Diaz winning bronze. Final standings women: 1 WIM Corrales Jimenez, Zenia 2149 7½ 2 WIM Miranda Rodriguez, Tania 2131 6½ 3 WFM Hernandez Diaz, Paula 1920 6 4 WFM Guillen Cristobal, Sandra 1968 6 5 WIM Guerrero Rodriguez, Alejandra 1936 6 6 Cabrera Cruz, Brenda Elisa 1657 6 7 Diaz Bartolo, Elizabeth 1648 5½ 8 Padilla Garcia, Cecilia 1781 5½ 9 WCM Santiago Gonzalez, Frida 1786 5½ 10 WCM Castellanos Hernandez, Lhia 1851 5 Photos: Fenamac Ajedrez Facebook Official website: fenamacajedrez.com/
FIDE Trainer Awards 2023 – Call for nominations
The International Chess Federation, together with the FIDE Trainers’ Commission (TRG) are pleased to announce the 15th FIDE Trainer Awards 2023. These awards aim to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of the chess training community. Mikhail Botvinnik Award for the best achievement by trainer(s) in Open Section competitions Vakhtang Karseladze Award for the best achievement by trainer(s) in women’s and/or girl’s competitions Mark Dvoretsky Award for the best achievement by trainer(s) in junior competitions Samuel Reshevsky Award for the best achievement by a junior prodigy (U-14) player in competitions Trainer Nominations The awards must be granted for achievements in the year 2022. Only licensed trainers are eligible. The following are eligible to make nominations: a) FIDE Council Membersb) Continental & National Chess Federationsc) TRG Commission Membersd) Principals of FIDE Academiese) FIDE Senior Trainersf) Former Winners No nominator can nominate the same individual in more than one category.All nominations must be sent to TRG by November 25, 2023. Nomination Form
2023 European Team Championship kicks off in Budva, Montenegro
The 2023 European Team Chess Championship commenced in Budva, Montenegro. The Opening ceremony took place in Hotel Splendid, the official hotel and the playing venue of the competition. The ceremony was inaugurated with the rendition of the ECU and Montenegro anthems. The President of the Chess Federation of Montenegro, Jovan Milovic, then took the floor and welcomed the players and distinguished guests. “I am very proud that we organised the European Team Chess Championship two months before celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Chess Federation of Montenegro. It is the best gift of all: chess players, chess enthusiasts and friends of chess, Montenegro,” said Milovic. The President of the European Chess Union, Zurab Azmaiparashvili, addressed the players and guests and expressed his gratitude to the Montenegro Chess Federation for their hospitality. “I believe that Montenegro is becoming the number one chess destination in Europe. I would like to praise the overall work of the current leadership of the Chess Federation of Montenegro, as well as their efforts regarding the Chess in School projects,” emphasized Azmaiparashvili. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Youth and Sports of Montenegro, Dragoslav Scekic, wished the competitors a nice stay in Montenegro. “I would like to thank the European Chess Union for entrusting our country with organizing one of the biggest European chess events. I admire their work and believe we will have a successful cooperation,” he said. The Opening ceremony also featured musical performances and a short historical movie about chess development in Montenegro. World #1 Magnus Carlsen attended the opening ceremony of the event and kindly poseв for photos with fans. The Technical meeting took place after the opening ceremony, with the attendance of the team captains. The Chief Arbiter of the event, Nenad Doric, addressed the captains and introduced them to the tournament rules together with his colleagues: Fair Play Officer Tania Karali and Deputy Chief Arbiter Igor Vujacic. The event brought together 70 teams from 39 European federations, with 38 teams in the Open section and 32 teams in the Women’s tournament. Azerbaijan (Rtg average 2701) headlines the Open tournament, and Georgia (Rtg average 2471) is the top seed of the Women’s event. Top European players represent their federations at the championship, including the World No1 GM Magnus Carlsen (NOR, 2829), GM Richard Rapport (ROU, 2748), GM Teimour Radjabov (AZE, 2745), GM Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (AZE, 2734), GM Vincent Keymer (GER, 2721), and GM Alexandra Kosteniuk (SUI, 2526), GM Bella Khotenashvili (GEO, 2488), GM Nino Batsiashvili (GEO, 2487), GM Elisabeth Paehtz (GER, 2473), and WGM Dinara Wagner (GER, 2467) in Women’s section. The ECU President Zurab Azmiaparashvili and the ECU Honorary Vice President, and the Vice President of the Montenegro Chess Federation Veselin Draskovic played the first ceremonial moves on the top boards of the Open and Women’s event to open the round. The first round brought some unexpected results. Denmark beat the top seed Azerbaijan by a minimal margin (Mads Andersen defeated Shakhriyar Mamedyarov; other three games were drawn), while Norway and Romania were held to a draw by lower-rated Slovakia and Austria, respectively. There were no surprises in the women’s section as almost all the favourites scored confident victories in Round 1. The only exception was the match between Germany and Greece, which the latter tied after all four games were drawn. Standings after Round 1 Open Standings after Round 1 Women Text and photos: European Chess Union Official website: etcc23.me/
Winners crowned at World Amateurs Championship 2023
The World Amateur Chess Championship 2023 is in the books. Organized by the Omani Chess Committee, in partnership with the International Chess FederationThe event took place in Muscat, Oman from November 2 to November 11 in the main sports hall at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bawshar. The Kazakhstani player, Abilmansur Abdilkhair, clinched the title in the amateur chess championship in the Open U-2300 category. The event saw the dominance of Mongolian players: Dashtogtokh Amarsaikhan secured gold in the Open U-2000; his countryman Ganbat Danzanjunai came out on top in the Open U-1700 section, Norovsambuu Badamkhand won Women U-2000, while in the Women U-1700 categpru, Bat-Amgalan Anujin of Mongolia wrestled the title in fierce competition with her compatriot Tsogdelger Anudari, thanks to the direct encounter win. Bauyrzhan Amash from Kazakhstan became the champion in the U-2300 category. Dr Mahad bin Said Baowain, Minister of Labor, was the chief guest of the Closing ceremony attended by several dignitaries, national chess federations’ officials and ambassadors from participating countries. The tournament saw incredible battles of 389 players representing 64 countries from all over the planet. This diverse lineup added an atmosphere of a truly global competition. Each round commenced with an inaugural move made by one of the distinguished attendees, including Her Highness Sayyida Hujaija Jaifer Al Said and FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich. In addition, the tournament had extensive media coverage across FIDE social media platforms and the Omani Chess Committee. There were also several pieces on the championship in the Arabic and English newspapers. In the Open U-2300 category, Abilmansur Abdilkhair of Kazakhstan delivered an exceptional performance and secured the top position, scoring 8/9. In the final round, he faced Naranbold Sodbilegt of Mongolia and dominated throughout, netting a crucial point. Kartavya Anadkat of India and Egyptian Marco Fadi tied for second place on 7/9, with the former taking silver thanks to better tiebreaks. Dashtogtokh Amarsaikhan from Mongolia steamrolled the competition in the Open U-2000 category, winning all nine games. He particularly shone in the battle with Alikhan Khazhatuly from Kazakhstan, a highly challenging encounter for both players. R Sham of India came second, netting 7.5 points, while the bronze medal went to another Indian player, Ragavesh Velavaa (6.5/9). In the Open U-1700 category, Ganbat Danzanjunai of Mongolia emerged as the winner, notching up 8/9. The decisive confrontation with the Indian player Batra Deepak in the final round saw an exciting clash on the king’s side, but when the dust settled, the opponents agreed on a draw. Vadim Pak from Kyrgyzstan scored 7.5/9 and tied for second place with his compatriot Medet Dzhaparov but claimed silver by dint of better tiebreaks. In the Women U-1700 category, players from Mongolia occupied the entire podium. Bat-Amgalan Anujin beat Kenyan Wanjiru Kimani in a crucial last-round encounter to claim gold. Her fellow countrywoman Tsogdelger Anudari scored an equal amount of points with the champion but had to settle for silver after losing the direct encounter, while bronze goes to Baldanjantsan Khuslenzaya (7/9). In the Women’s U-2300 category, the Kazakhstani Bauryzhan Arnash claimed the title with 5 points. Balandin Naymanova of Bulgaria took silver, while Lukina Aleksandra (FID) won the bronze. In the Women U-2000 category Norovsambuu Badamkhand (Monglia) lifted the trophy, while Desandhi Dhihansa Gamage (Sri Lanka) and Niki Nadernia (Iran) finished second and third respectively. The closing ceremony, attended, among others, by FIDE Executive Director Victor Bologan and President of Omani Chess Committee Ahmed Al Bulushi, featured a visual presentation showcasing all nine days of the championship, including the most notable games. Then Dr Mahad bin Said Baowain took the stage and awarded the winners in all categories, organizing committee members, and companies contributing to the championship’s success. Official website: worldamateur2023.fide.com/ Results and standings: worldamateur2023.fide.com/result/ Live games: Open U-2300chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u2300#live Open U-2000: chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u2000#live Open U-1700: chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u1700#live Women U-1700 https://chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-w1700#live Live broadcast (English/Arabic): youtube.com/@Omanchesscommitteeoman About 2023 World Amateur Chess Championship FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 2023 is organized by the Omani Chess Committee together with the International Chess Federation, with the financial support of Gold sponsors: Syool, Apollo Hospitals, Oman LNG. Bank Muscat, Otaxi, Oronamin C Drink as well as Diamond sponsors: Asyad, OMIFCO, and Oman Airport.
ACP Prize established to support young players
The Association of Chess Professionals (ACP), a non-profit organisation founded in 2003 to protect the rights of professional chess players, was dissolved this year after two decades of existence. Upon the dissolution, ACP decided to dedicate its remaining funds to supporting young players, winners of the FIDE Junior World Championships for players under 20. In addition to the regular prizes, a special ACP Prize of 1,000 EUR will be awarded to the winners of both open and girls sections in the next five years (2023-2027). “In this way, we hope to preserve the legacy of the ACP, at the same time helping the future professionals of our beloved game,” reads the statement of the ACP Board. The first awardees of the ACP Prize are Marc’Andria Maurizzi, from France, and Candela Francisco of Argentina, the winners of the 2023 U20 World Junior Championships, held in Mexico City this October. FIDE is very thankful to ACP for their support of young talents and investment in the future of the game!
World Amateur Championship 2023: Round 8 recap
The eighth round’s first move was made by the Hussein Abdullah Al Khouri, the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Chess Club, at the main hall of the Sultan Qaboos Complex in Bowsher, Muscat. Round 8 saw players from Mongolia and Kazakhstan lead in all five categories. The rankings remain subject to change, especially in direct confrontations between the frontrunners. Round 8 has not brought any significant changes in the Open U-2300. Abilmansur Abdilkhair still leads with 7 points, half a point ahead of his closest competitors. He made a draw in an exciting game against Indian Kartavya Anadkat. Following him in the standings is the Mongolian player Naranbold Sodbilegt with 6.5 points. These two players are the main contenders for the title the U-2300 category. In the Open U-2000, Dashtogtokh Amarsaikhan of Mongolia secured the title after scoring his eighth straight win this time over the Indian player Ragavesh Velavaa. Heading into the final round the trio of closest competitors – Sham, R, Alikhan Khazhatuly and Pernekhan Ravil – are trailing the champion by 1.5 points. In the Open U-1700, significant changes occurred in the eighth round, after Ganbat Danzanjunai of Mongolia defeated Aleksandr Martynov (FIDE) in a thrilling battle to take the lead. Aleksandr moved to the second position with 7 points after leading in the first seven rounds. The fate of the title will be decided in the final ninth round. In the Women U-1700 category it came down to the wire as well. The race is on with Bat-Amgalan Anujin from Mongolia sharing the lead with her teammage Tsogdelger Anudari on 6.5 points after drawing her Round 8 game against Arun Aditi of India. Text: WACC 2023 media team Photos: Entisar Nasser Al-omiiri, Hamed Al-Mabsali, Abduallah Al-Rashdi, Salma Hamood, Salem Al-Salhi Official website: worldamateur2023.fide.com/ Results and standings: worldamateur2023.fide.com/result/ Results of the rounds: https://worldamateur2023.fide.com/result/ Live games: Open U-2300chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u2300#live Open U-2000: chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u2000#live Open U-1700: chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-u1700#live Women U-1700 https://chess24.com/en/watch/live-tournaments/fide-world-amateur-championship-2023-w1700#live Live broadcast (English/Arabic): youtube.com/@Omanchesscommitteeoman About 2023 World Amateur Chess Championship FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 2023 is organized by the Omani Chess Committee together with the International Chess Federation, with the financial support of Gold sponsors: Syool, Apollo Hospitals, Oman LNG. Bank Muscat, Otaxi, Oronamin C Drink as well as Diamond sponsors: Asyad, OMIFCO, and Oman Airport.