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Alexandr Fier wins second Brazilian title

2/18/2018 – In an effort to innovate and breathe some new life into the Brazilian Championship, the 84th edition, held in Rio de Janeiro, was structured as a knockout event like the World Cup. Bringing in an eclectic field headed by chess legend Henrique Mecking, it came down to a match between Krikor Mekhitarian and Alexandr Fier, won by the latter in a final thrilling game. | Photo: Albert Silver

Duchamp in Rio finishes in style

11/28/2017 – The Duchamp Festival in Rio de Janeiro was not only a welcome change in the chess landscape in the city, but lived up to its promise of a true international event with a multitude of competitions, activities, and more. The main competition, the Master, was won by GM Neuris Delgado a full round in advance. Here is the final report. | Photo: Albert Silver

Duchamp in Rio off to a sunny start

11/16/2017 – It has been literally decades since Rio de Janeiro, nicknamed the “Wonderful City” in Portuguese, has been host to a strong international tournament. The most famous by far would be the Interzonal held in 1979. The 1st Duchamp Chess Festival is underway now, held in world famous Copacabana, and brings masters and grandmasters including Brazilian legend, Henrique Mecking. | Photos: Albert Silver

The Kings of Chess come to Romania

6/22/2007 – The country of Romania is celebrating its first top class international tournament for over 50 years. The so-called Kings Tournament, running from 15-27 June, brings together a field of players, most of whom were world class names in the 1970s and 80s. The list includes Andersson, Timman, Portisch, Vaganian, Beliavsky, Chiburdanidze and the legendary Brazilian GM Henrique Mecking.

Star Wars and the mystery guest

5/5/2004 – After failing in the first qualifier America's strongest junior, Hikaru Nakamura, scored a cool 11/13 under his server nickname "Star Wars" in the second qualifier. But another player, a chess legend from the past, was the center of attention. You can watch and compete yourself in the Canarias en Red Internet Chess Festival.
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