For the first time in three decades, Taranaki will host a national chess tournament.
Next month, chess players from across the country will compete in the Taranaki Rapid Open Chess Tournament, organised by the New Plymouth Chess Club. Players have the potential to receive a national rating, says club president John Ansell.
“If we have a high participation level, competitors will get a rating based on how they do in the tournament.”
The version played will be a ‘rapid’ format.
“It’s a lot quicker than normal chess. The tournament is a fantastic opportunity to test your chess skills against some of the best players in the country, but it’s not just for experts. This is a great chance for all chess enthusiasts, young and old, to play some quality games.”