Sharjah Summer Sports Rapid Chess Championship kicks off

July 23, 2025 / 1:55 PM

Sharjah 24: Amna Al Mulla, Executive Director of the Chess and Culture Club for Sharjah Women, announced the launch of the Sharjah Summer Sports Rapid Chess Championship, organised by the club as part of the “Our Holiday is Different” Sharjah Summer Sports programme, under the patronage and supervision of the Sharjah Sports Council.

The championship saw the participation of 71 players from various clubs across the Emirate, with the aim of attracting talented individuals.

Promoting Chess and Developing Skills

Al Mulla confirmed that the Sharjah Summer Sports Rapid Chess Championship, organised by the club, aims to promote the game of chess within the community, discover promising talents in the sport, and enhance the skills of participants through interaction and competition with players from different clubs.

Part of “Our Holiday is Different” Activities

In a special statement to “Sharjah 24,” Al Mulla noted that the championship is part of the “Our Holiday is Different” summer programme, held under the patronage and supervision of the Sharjah Sports Council. The competition featured 71 participants across seven rounds.

Winners Honoured at Closing Ceremony

At the end of the championship, five players were honoured for securing the top positions, in addition to a special award presented to the best-performing female participant.