Chess masters to compete in HCM City

Players compete at last year tournament in Bắc Giang Province. — Photo courtesy of the organiser

HÀ NỘI — The National Chess Team Championships will be held from September 25 to October 6 in HCM City.

Nearly 300 players from 14 cities and provinces will compete in the standard, blitz and rapid chess categories for men's and women's teams and mixed pairs.

Last year, HCM City won the men's team and mixed pair titles, while Bắc Giang took the women's crown. — VNS

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