Chess
Israeli chess team penalized after Yom Kippur scheduling agreement falls apart
According to the Israel Chess Federation, the International Chess Federation agreed in writing that matches scheduled for Yom Kippur would be moved to accommodate the Israeli team.
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Israelis, Serbs compete in chess tournament for Independence Day
The ceremony for the chess event was also attended by Israeli Ambassador to Serbia H.E. Yahel Vilan.
Chess grandmasters resume COVID-delayed tournament in Russia
Organizers said the eight players taking part would be tested for COVID-19 no earlier than 72 hours before the tournament and would not be required to wear masks. Handshakes are also optional.
Online chess event takes place in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day
Participating nations included Sudan, Morocco, Indonesia, Abu Dhabi and others who do not have diplomatic ties with Israel.
Israel and Australia host international solidarity chess event
The tournament itself had over 200 players, including the best chess players from both countries, and was broadcast on multiple Facebook pages, which received thousands of views.
Unity through chess, again: Iraqi arbiter to join next tournament
"I have friends from non-Arab nations with whom I am sharing in humanity," Iraqi chess arbiter Hussein Salma Saliah said.
Israelis, New Yorkers participate in solidarity chess tournament
The two-hour event was aired live on various Facebook pages, with the $2,000 prize divided among outstanding participants.
Bulgarian game show host quotes Bobby Fischer in antisemitic rant
Goranov apologized on air Wednesday.
Iranian, Israeli chess players compete in international event
The total amount of prizes awarded in the tournament was 1,000 euros.
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