On October 17, QSI: Ashgabat International School will host an exciting chess event. A blitz chess tournament for boys and girls under the age of 18 will take place at the school.
The competition is being organized by QSI: Ashgabat International School and the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan, with sponsorship provided by the Yüpekçi Economic Society.
The tournament promises to be exciting and fast-paced. Participants will compete in six main categories based on age and gender:
Junior Group (born in 2016–2018):
• Category A — Boys
• Category B — Girls
Intermediate Group (born in 2013–2015):
• Category C — Boys
• Category D — Girls
Senior Group (born in 2008–2012):
• Category E — Young Men
• Category F — Young Women
Participants are scheduled to gather between 8:15 and 8:30 a.m. on the day of the tournament.
Advance registration is mandatory. Applications will be accepted through October 15, inclusive. When submitting their applications, participants must ensure that they indicate the correct age category.
The organizers invite not only young chess players to attend, but also their parents and everyone who appreciates the art of chess.
According to the organizers, the tournament will be more than just a sporting competition for prizes. It will also provide an excellent opportunity to meet like-minded people, test strategic thinking in fast-paced blitz games, and spend a Saturday morning in a warm atmosphere of friendly competition.