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Chess fever in Cairo (2/2)

5/13/2016 – In this second part of the report, enjoy the visit to the pyramids, and the climb, as well as the timeless ride on a camel, albeit that takes getting used to. It was not the smoothest event for some players, but top Egyptian GM Ahmed Adly had no such issues as he stormed to a near perfect 8.5/9, with very enterprising play. Here is the report with tons of photos and analysis.

Chess fever in Cairo (1/2)

5/10/2016 – A sprawling modern metropolitan, as well as the birthplace of one of humanity's oldest and greatest civilizations, Cairo, the capital of Egypt has more than can be appreciated in a lifetime. The vibrant city epitomizes the cliché of a 'city that never sleeps' like few others, as Alina'L'Ami discovered in her recent visit to a tournament. Enjoy her pictorial and travelogue.
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