21st world senior chess championship begins in Croatia
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Hello everyone,
The latest chess news update via www.chessdom.com is that the 21st World Senior Chess Championships has begun in Opatija, Croatia, and will continue till November 27. The Championships are organised by the Chess club “Rijeka” in agreement with Croatian Chess Federation, under the auspices of the Mountain-litoral County, the City of Rijeka and the City of Opatija.
Total number of players is 241, 201 in the Open section and 40 (absolute record) in the Women tournament. 44 countries from all continents are represented.
A very nice opening ceremony took place before the first games. The first speech was held by Boris Golubovic, president of Rijeka Chess Club and Tournament Director. A great ovation was devoted to the legendary champion Nona Gaprindashvili. Many political authorities delivered their welcome speeches. They congratulated the Rijeka Chess Club for the fantastic organization. Report and photos are by Adolivio Capece.
Hello everyone,
The latest chess news update via www.chessdom.com is that the 21st World Senior Chess Championships has begun in Opatija, Croatia, and will continue till November 27. The Championships are organised by the Chess club “Rijeka” in agreement with Croatian Chess Federation, under the auspices of the Mountain-litoral County, the City of Rijeka and the City of Opatija.
Lord Mayor of Opatija Ivo Dujmic and Nona Gaprindashvili
Total number of players is 241, 201 in the Open section and 40 (absolute record) in the Women tournament. 44 countries from all continents are represented.
WGM Tamar Khmiadashvili
(four times World Senior Champion)
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posted by Chess Blog Admin @ 10:11 AM
3 Comments:
At November 17, 2011 at 5:07 AM ,
Volkswagon said...
my grandad's playing all the best granpa
At November 17, 2011 at 5:40 AM ,
Jiu Lin, Beijing said...
wow chess is just such an amazing sport for everyone all ages all types wow
At November 17, 2011 at 8:32 AM ,
Sebastian Wolff, NY said...
More tournaments for seniors required
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