Sheikh Mubarak Abdullah Al-Sabah

KUWAIT CITY, April 27: Under the patronage of Sheikh Mubarak Abdullah Al-Sabah, Honorary President of the Sea Club, the third annual chess tournament will take place from May 2nd to 3rd at Sheikh Abdullah Al-Mubarak Hall, located at the Kuwait Sea Sports Club. The competition will be held in the evening from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with the event concluding on the second day, followed by a closing ceremony to honor the winners and distribute cash prizes totaling approximately $70,000.

In a statement to the press, tournament sponsor Sheikh Mubarak Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah shared that the tournament has attracted 14 Grandmasters (GMs) and 13 International Masters (IMs). He expressed excitement about the participation of both international players and local talent from Kuwait and other residents, highlighting the opportunity for players to compete alongside world-class champions and refine their skills.

Khalaf Al-Azmi, head of the organizing and arbitration committees, emphasized that the tournament is officially recognized by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and follows the Swiss system of nine rounds. He noted that the tournament is one of the premier international chess events, drawing widespread participation from both Kuwait and abroad. Al-Azmi also mentioned that Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah is committed to ensuring the event’s success and to furthering Kuwait’s dedication to the sport of chess.

Al-Azmi concluded by reminding players that registration for the tournament remains open until 9:00 pm next Thursday.