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Tracing the history of Chess Olympiad – From Paris to Chennai

The entrance to a building with a sign that reads "Chess Olympiad Tournament" in English and Arabic, with plants visible in the foreground.

The 44th Chess Olympiad starts on 28th July 2022 with the inaugural ceremony at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. India is hosting the prestigious chess tournament for the first time. While the Olympiad starts in two weeks, how many of us know about the history of this prestigious tournament? Let us take a look at the journey […]

Remarkable Performances in 50th Annual World Open

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Continental Chess Club conducted the 50th Annual world open from 29 June to July 7, 2022, in Philadelphia, USA. Under the 2200 category, Chess Gaja student Adithya participated in this tournament. He scored 5 out of 9 points with 2 wins, 6 draws, and one loss. His rating point increased from 1986 to 2010. Under […]

Great Performances in 2022 DFW FIDE Premier 5

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Dallas Chess Club conducted the 2022 DFW FIDE Premier 5 from July 8 to July 10, 2022, in Irving, Texas. Under the Reserve category Chess Gaja students Neil, Arjun, and Gurugrahan participated in this tournament. Neil finished 2nd in this tournament with a score of 4 out of 5. He won the first game against […]

Tickets for Chess Olympiad 2022 are on Sale!

Ticket buying guide for the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad 2022 in Chennai, India, held from 28 July to 10 August. Features chess pieces and event mascot.

Most Exciting 44th Chess Olympiad, organizing by the International Chess Federation, will be held in Chennai, India, from July 28 to August 10 . To see the Biggest Chess Event of the year live you can find the tickets on AICF’s official website: https://tickets.aicf.in/. Details required for filling out the form: For buying the ticket […]

Consistent Good Performances by Neil

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Arlington Chess Club conducted Arlington Chess Club Open 66 in Arlington, Texas on July 2, 2022. Chess Gaja student Neil Lad participated in this tournament under the open section. Neil finished eleventh in the tournament with a score of 2 out of 4. He won his first game against high-rated player Mr.Marvin(1700) and though he […]

Chess Gaja founder as National Coach for Brazil in 44th Chess Olympiad

Priyadharshan Kannappan, official national coach and captain for Brazil at the 44th Chess Olympiad, stands smiling in a Chess Gaja t-shirt.

The 44th Chess Olympiad, organizing by the International Chess Federation conducting open and women’s tournaments, as well as several events designed to promote the game of chess, will be held in Chennai, India, from July 28 to August 10 for the biggest chess competition of the year. Among 187 teams participating in the Open section […]

Vijay’s Great Performance in 2022 Castle Chess Grand Prix

  Tournament Overview   Castle Chess Inc conducted 2022 Castle Chess Grand Prix from June 24 to June 26, 2022 at Atlanda. Chess Gaja student Vijay participated in this tournament under expert category. Throughout the tournament, Vijay demonstrated exceptional skill and determination. Tournament Performance   Vijay scored 3 out of 5 points with two wins, […]

Results of 2nd Annual Texas Golden Open

Two boys wearing medals stand in front of a US Chess Federation backdrop, with a banner reading "Congratulations Neil and Gurugrahan" and the Chess Gaja logo.

Blakeman Chess conducted 2nd Annual Texas Golden Open from 17 June to 19 June, 2022 at Coppell, Texas. Chess Gaja students Neil, Arjun and Gurugrahan participated in this tournament. Under U1200 category, Gurugrahan scored 5 out of 7 points with three wins, 1 loss and two draws. Notably he won against high- rated player Manu(1333). […]

Check Out USCF Ranking of Chess Gaja Students-June 2022

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Last month, we wrote about how our US students were ranked in the US Chess Top lists for their respective age categories, and we wanted to continue reporting on those stats for June 2022! Understanding the Significance of USCF Rankings The United States Chess Federation (USCF) rankings represent a benchmark of chess excellence for players across America. […]

Great Performances by Neil and Shriyan

64 Squares Chess Academy conducted SFS weds Warriors on June 8, 2022, at Grand Prairie, Texas. Chess Gaja students Neil and Shriyan participated in this tournament under the morning championship section. Both first and second place in this tournament is secured by Chess Gaja students. Tournament Overview Neil won this tournament with 5 out of […]