Life of an International Arbiter - IA Malith Akalanka

  🔹 Open Section: 🌐 Open to ALL players, no matter your rating or age! 🆓🔞 Date: September 16, 2023 Time: 08.00 PM SLT 🕗 Format: 8 rounds Swiss, 3+30 📜🕒 🔹 Scholastic Section: 📚🎓 For young champs born on/after 01/01/2005, enrolled in elementary or secondary institutions! 🧒👧 Date: September 17, 2023 Time: 08.00 PM SLT 🕗 Format: 8 rounds Swiss, 3+30 📜🕒 🌐 Platform: chess.com 🏆 Prizes Await the Victors of qualifyings: 🎁🏅 Win a chance to play at Judit Polgar’s Global Chess Festival Inaugural #ChessConnectsUs Championship 2023 on October 14! 🌐🏅 Prizes include Chess.com memberships and Chessable PRO memberships! 📚💎 🌟 Awards in Judit Polgar’s Global Chess Festival Inaugural #ChessConnectsUs Championship 2023 on October 14 🧙‍♂️💡 ALL final participants are invited to a 2-hour Masterclass online with Judit Polgar! 🖥📚 🥇 Top Honors: 🏆🎖 1st Place: 1-year Chess.com Diamond Membership + 150€ Chessable Voucher 2nd Place: 6-month Chess.com Diamond Membership + 100€ Chess...

Desandhi Dhihansa Gamage The Asian Amateur Chess Championship 2023, held from August 28th to September 3rd in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, showcased extraordinary talent in the world of chess. Organized by the UAE on behalf of the Asian Chess Federation, this prestigious event brought together chess enthusiasts from all corners of the continent. In this intense battle of wits, two remarkable players from Sri Lanka stood out and made their mark in the below 1700 rating category: Desandhi Dhihansa Gamage of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya demonstrated her strategic prowess and secured a fantastic second place with an impressive score of 7/9 points. What's even more commendable is her victory in the rating category below 1700, a true testament to her skills and dedication.  Ovin Vidmal Gamage exhibited exceptional chess acumen and claimed the first runner-up position in the below 1700 rating category, scoring a commendable 6/9 points in the open category. His strategic moves and unwa...

  In a display of exceptional chess talent and strategic prowess, the University of Moratuwa secured the championship title in the Men's event, while the University of Peradeniya emerged victorious in the Women's event at the XIV SLUG Chess Championships 2023. From September 2nd to 4th, 2023, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, played host to this prestigious chess competition. Organized by the Sri Lanka University Sports Association, the championships were conducted separately for men and women. The format consisted of five rounds of Swiss teams, with a time control of 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move 01. Men's Championship: University of Moratuwa Takes the Crown Fifteen formidable teams vied for supremacy in the Men's Championship. The University of Moratuwa demonstrated remarkable consistency and skill, clinching the championship with a perfect score of 10/10 match points. They remained undefeated throughout the event, showcasing their dominance. The compet...

Grand Master S. Dhopade Swapnil of India emerged as the undisputed champion, showcasing exceptional chess mastery and clinching the coveted title. His strategic finesse and unwavering determination led him to this remarkable triumph. Devindya Oshini Gunawardhana rose to glory as the women's champion, displaying unparalleled skill and precision on the chessboard. Her victory is a testament to the power of determination and dedication. GM S. Dhopade Swapnil The 7th Negombo International Chess Festival 2023, a grand celebration of chess prowess, unfolded from the 26th to the 30th of August at the scenic Wet Water Resort in Ekala, Sri Lanka. This prestigious event, a testament to the enduring spirit of chess, was brought to life through the collaborative efforts of the Gampaha District Chess Association, the Chess Federation of Sri Lanka, and FID This thrilling chess extravaganza featured two remarkable championships: the standard event and the blitz championship. With nearly Rs 900,00...