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*Bihar Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament.*

After the completion of Round 4 of the Bihar Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament—organized jointly by the Bihar State Sports Authority, Department of Sports (Government of Bihar), and the All Bihar Chess Association—19 players are currently tied for the top position with 4 points each.

On the top board today, Grandmaster Peter Kiriakov (Russia) defeated Bihar’s junior champion Divyanshu Singh in 36 moves. Playing with the black pieces, Kiriakov responded to 1.e4 with the French Defense and skillfully utilized his bishops to win material, forcing Divyanshu to resign.

On Board 2, Bihar’s Reyan faced a tough challenge from Shivay Singh (Uttar Pradesh). Playing with white, Rayyan secured victory in a marathon 101-move game, eventually promoting a queen and outmaneuvering his opponent in the endgame.

On Board 3, the game between Sameer (Delhi) and Alekhya (West Bengal) ended in a draw.

On Board 4, Mahindrakar Indrajeet (Maharashtra) defeated Prem Kumar (Bihar) in 55 moves using the Pirc Defense, clinching the win by capturing a knight in the final phase.

On Board 5, Nepal’s champion FIDE Master Rupesh Jaiswal overcame Aishani Pathak (Uttar Pradesh) in 35 moves, successfully breaking through the Sicilian Defense.

📷 :- Aman

Bihar Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2026 Inaugurated ♟️✨

The prestigious tournament was officially inaugurated by Grandmasters Srinath Narayanan and Petr Kiriakov, marking a grand beginning to an exciting competition.

The opening day featured intense and highly competitive games, with players showcasing exceptional skill, discipline, and true sportsmanship.

This event stands as a testament to the rapid growth of chess in Bihar and across India, bringing together talented minds from different regions on one powerful platform.

📸 Pic: Aman

🏆 National Amateur Chess Championship 2026
Over 1,000 Players Participate as Round 2 Concludes in Hosur.

The 13th edition of the National Amateur Chess Championship 2026 has drawn over 1,000 players from across India, marking one of the largest amateur chess gatherings in the country this year.

Hosted at Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Hosur, the championship is being conducted from 25 February to 1 March 2026 under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation in association with the Tamil Nadu State Chess Association. The event is organized by Ananthi Chess Academy and Viyugam Chess Academy.

🎉 Inaugural Ceremony

The 13th edition of the National Amateur Chess Championship 2026 commenced with a formal inaugural ceremony at the prestigious Adhiyamaan College of Engineering in Hosur.

The ceremony featured:

Traditional lighting of the lamp
Welcome addresses from organizers and arbiters
Motivational remarks encouraging young players to pursue excellence
Emphasis on discipline, dress code compliance, and sporting ethics

The championship reflects India’s rapidly growing amateur chess ecosystem and serves as a strong competitive platform for aspiring professionals

♟️ Tournament Structure

The championship is divided into rating-based categories:

Open – Below 2300
Open – Below 2000
Open – Below 1700

Women’s categories across rating bands

All sections follow the 9-round Swiss format, ensuring competitive pairings each round based on performance.

Chief Arbiter: IA Bansod Swapnil
Deputy Arbiters: IA Ganesh Babu S, IA Arun Kumar G
FIDE Event IDs:
Below 2300
Below 2000 – Event ID 455230
Below 1700 – Event ID 455231

Strict dress code regulations are enforced throughout the tournament.

♟️ Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2026 –

The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2026 was held in Kolkata, India, bringing together elite global and Indian grandmasters. The event featured two exciting formats:

Rapid (7–9 January 2026)
Blitz (10–11 January 2026)

🏆 Open Section
Rapid Champion: Nihal Sarin
Blitz Champion: Wesley So

*Nihal Sarin demonstrated exceptional consistency and composure to clinch the Rapid title.

*Wesley So showcased world-class speed and precision to win the Blitz title.

👑 Women’s Section
Rapid Champion: Kateryna Lagno
Blitz Champion: Carissa Yip

*Kateryna Lagno dominated the Women’s Rapid event, staying undefeated to take first place.

*Carissa Yip (USA) and Vantika Agrawal (IND) battled to a top score of 10½/18 in blitz. After tie-play, Yip emerged as the Blitz champion.

Young Indian players dominated the top standings, reflecting India’s strong future in elite chess.

Conclusion:-

Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2026 was a resounding success, marked by elite competition, exciting gameplay, and deserving champions across all categories.