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Future grandmasters gather in Mukachevo: Ukrainian Chess Championship among children under 8 years old Players: Classic Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys Girls Results: Classic Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys Girls Spring in Ukraine is a time not only of the awakening of nature, but also of fierce intellectual battles. From May 15 to 23 the picturesque city of Mukachevo, located in Transcarpathia, will turn into the chess capital of Ukraine. It is here that the Ukrainian Chess Championship among boys and girls under 8 years old will be held. This tournament is not just a competition, it is the first step to a great chess future for many young talents. About the tournament: First steps to the crown The Ukrainian Championship for children under 8 is a special event. At this age, children demonstrate incredible sincerity, spontaneity and at the same time - amazin...

Draughts Spring in Tashkent: World Cup — "Uzbekistan-2026" Results From May 9 to 16, 2026 , the capital of Uzbekistan, the majestic city of Tashkent, will host one of the most prestigious stages of the World Cup in Draughts-64. The international competition "Uzbekistan-2026" promises to be a bright event in the intellectual calendar of the year, bringing together the best grandmasters and young talents of the planet. About the tournament and organization The competition is held under the auspices of the International Draughts Federation (IDF) in conjunction with the Uzbekistan Draughts Federation. It is an official rating tournament, the results of which are taken into account when awarding international titles. The program includes three disciplines: Blitz Rapid Classic game (Classic) The tournament is held according to the Swiss system in 7–9 rounds using a micro-match system of two games with a draw of the starting moves and positions. Hi...

A World of Quiet Reflections: 20th ICCD World Team Championship in Roquetas de Mar Results From May 6 to 15, 2026 , the Spanish coastal town of Roquetas de Mar (Almeria province) will host one of the most important events in the world of chess for the hearing impaired — the 20th ICCD World Deaf Team Chess Championship . About the tournament and organization The competition is held under the auspices of the International Chess Committee for the Deaf (ICCD) , which has been affiliated with FIDE since 1955. The organizer is the Spanish side led by Alfredo Gómez Fernández. Tournament type: Official ranking championship. Disciplines: Classical chess (9 rounds), rapid chess (Rapid) and Blitz. Time control: In classics - 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes until the end of the game with an addition of 30 seconds for each move. Historical Reference and Star Names ICCD (formerly ICSC) was founded in 1949 in Copenhagen. The World Team Championships are held every fo...

Draughts Elite in France: 2026 World Team Championship (100-square draughts) Teams Teams Women Results Results Women From May 5 to 12, 2026 , the French town of Saint-Dulchard will become the center of the world draughts movement. The strongest national teams of the planet will gather here to determine the title holders in the team competition. About the tournament and organization World Championship Teams 2026 (WCT2026) is the main team forum of the year, held under the auspices of the World Draughts Federation (FMJD) . The direct organizer is the French Draughts Federation (FFJD) . Status: Official FMJD ranking tournament. Disciplines: The competition will be held in three formats: Classic game: Time control — 90 minutes for 45 moves + 30 minutes until the end of the game with an addition of 30 seconds per move, starting from the 46th. ...

Sardinia World Chess Festival 2026: Chess elite under the Sardinian sun Players Open A Open B Open C From May 3 to 10, 2026, the Italian island of Sardinia will become the main center of world chess thought. The Sardinia World Chess Festival is not just a competition, but a large-scale celebration of the intellect, bringing together world-class grandmasters and ambitious amateurs in the incredible atmosphere of a Mediterranean resort. Venue and infrastructure The tournament is hosted by the picturesque town of Olbia . It is the historic "gateway" of Sardinia, founded by the Punics, where ancient ruins border the fashionable hotels of the Costa Smeralda. The gaming halls are located in modern conference centers overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. The festival's infrastructure is thought out down to the smallest detail: participan...

Baku Open 2026: A Chess Celebration in the Crystal Hall Group A Group B Group C These days, the capital of Azerbaijan has become the main chess center of the region. From April 27 to May 6, the famous Baku Crystal Hall will host the traditional international chess festival - Baku Open 2026. This year's tournament brought together over 900 participants from 10 countries around the world , confirming the high status of the event. The festival was organized by the Azerbaijan Chess Federation in conjunction with the Ministry of Youth and Sports within the framework of the Chess Tour Azerbaijan project. Format and Prize Fund The competition is held according to the Swiss system in 9 rounds. The festival is divided into three main categories: Group A: for professionals (rating from 2250 for men and 2100 for...

The Future of Ukrainian Chess: Chernivtsi Hosts the Ukrainian U-12 Championship Players B12 G12 Ю12 Д12 B12 G12 B12 G12 Results B12 G12 Ю12 Д12 B12 G12 B12 G12 The spring of 2026 in Ukraine will begin under the sign of intellectual battles. From May 1 to 10, picturesque Chernivtsi will become the chess capital of the country, hosting the Ukrainian Chess Championship among boys and girls under 12 years old. This competition is not just a tournament, it is a forge of talents, where future grandmasters who will glorify Ukraine on the international stage are determined. In this article, we will talk in detail about the upcoming event, its location, and why this tournament is so important. About the tournament: Three disciplines, one champion This year's U12 championship is comprehensive and covers all three major chess disciplin...