The Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) is thrilled to announce that its developmental chess tourney is proudly sponsored by Jade’s Wok.
The classical format games aim to foster talent development of its team of under-18 players who will participate in the Inter Guiana Games later this year in Suriname.
The tournament will be held from October 6th to October 8th, 2023 at School of the Nations, and will be a five-round Swiss system consisting of 90 minutes with 30-second increments. The FIDE-rated tournament is limited to 20 players, including the eight invited team members of the Inter Guiana Games. FIDE-rated players from 1600 to 1300 are eligible to participate.
National Women’s Champion Jessica Callender
The U-18 team members were selected based on their outstanding performances at various national chess competitions, such as the National Junior Chess Championship and the National Women’s Chess Championship, tourneys held during 2023.
The Inter Guiana Games is an annual event first started in 1967, with the three neighbouring countries of Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana fielding athletes to compete in various sporting disciplines. Chess was reintroduced this year after a long hiatus. The GCF is excited to participate in this event.
The Open team members are Ricardo Narine, Kyle Couchman, Alexander and Nicholas Zhang; and the Girls’ team comprise Aniyah Couchman, Italy Ton-Chung, Maliha Rajkumar, and Aditi Joshi. The event will also feature the participation of National Women’s Chess Champion Jessica Callender and National Junior Chess Champion Keron Sandiford.
National Junior Champion Keron Sandiford
Notable chess players Jaden Taylor, Kishan Puran, Ciel Clement, and Justino DaSilva will also be competing for the top spots.
Trophies and cash prizes of $15,000, $12,000, and $9,000 will be awarded to players who finish first, second and third respectively.
The GCF extends heartfelt gratitude to our valued sponsor Jade’s Wok, a steadfast supporter of chess in Guyana. Jade’s Wok is renowned for its delectable Asian cuisine at its branches at the Giftland Mall, Amazonia Mall, and the West Central Mall in Leonora.
Their unwavering support ensures the success of this event.
Mr. Anand Raghunauth, President of the Guyana Chess Federation, has expressed his excitement about the tournament by saying, “The developmental chess tourney is not just a competition; it’s an opportunity for chess enthusiasts to come together, learn, and grow. We are grateful to Jade’s Wok for their generous sponsorship, and we look forward to an event that promotes chess development and camaraderie.”
