Dubai, February 24, 2024 - After days of intense competition, the Dubai Schools Games Chess Championships reached its climax last 24th of February 2024 at the Dubai Chess & Culture Club. The event, which commenced with qualifiers held on February 10, saw young chess prodigies from schools across Dubai showcasing their strategic prowess on the board.

Many young players were drawn to the championships, which were supported by talabat, Al Marai, Mai Dubai, and Go Sport, and they were eager to show off their skills in the game of kings. With both virtual and physical components, the event catered to the many interests of participants. The preliminaries were held on the popular Lichess platform, and the finals were held at the prestigious Dubai Chess & Culture Club.

In a display of skill and determination, participants battled through the qualifiers to secure their spots in the finals, where the competition only intensified. Each age category witnessed fierce matches, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats throughout the event.

Here are the winners from each age group:

Under 9 Category:

1. Aryan Goyal from GEMS World Academy
2. Veersan Jain from Our Own English High School
3. Vivaan Shah from GEMS Modern Academy

Under 11 Category:

1. Aryan Mehta from Nord Anglia International School
2. Uday Mishra from GEMS Wellington International School
3. Nikhil Saravanan from Ambassador School

Under 13 Category:

1. Abheek Bhatt from GEMS World Academy
2. Sofian Kumar from GEMS Legacy School
3. Vidur Rajagopal from Dubai College

Under 15 Category:

1. Arnab Jena from The Indian High School
2. Vivaan Rana from Jumeirah College
3. Sayanth Shibin from Our Own High School

Under 17-19 Category:

1. Aakarsh Deepak from GEMS Modern Academy
2. Tannish Mahesh from GEMS New Millennium School
3. Rudyard Benemerito from St. Mary Catholic High School

The winners demonstrated exceptional skill, strategic thinking, and resilience throughout the tournament, earning accolades and recognition for their achievements.

Speaking about the event, Kshitija Gokhale the events coordinator of Dubai Schools Games, and her team expressed their delight at the level of talent showcased by the participants. "The Dubai Schools Games Chess Championships provide a platform for young chess enthusiasts to hone their skills, compete at a high level, and forge friendships through the game. We are thrilled to witness such enthusiasm and talent within the Dubai schools' chess community," said a representative from the organizing committee.

The championships concluded on a high note, with participants and spectators alike eagerly awaiting the next edition of this prestigious event, which continues to foster a culture of excellence and sportsmanship among the youth of Dubai.