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2026-05-09 Hovhannes Danielyan 2nd Memorial
Hovhannes Danielyan holds a special place in the history of Armenian chess — an international grandmaster, coach, and devoted supporter of chess culture, whose name was associated for many years with the development of Armenian chess.
Those who knew Hovhannes Danielyan remember him not only as a strong grandmaster, but above all as a good friend and an exceptional ... Read More
2026-05-08 III and II category qualification tournaments
From May 18 to 25, the Chess Academy of Armenia together with the Chess Academy Club is organizing III and II category qualification tournaments.
Tournament days / times
18 May – Round 1: 15:30
19 May – Round 2: 15:30
20 May – Round 3: 15:30
21 May – Round 4: 15:30
22 May – Round 5: 15:30
23 May – Round 6: 11:00
23 May – Round 7: 15:30
24 May – Round 8: 1... Read More
2026-05-07 The third stage of the Yerevan interschool Olympiad has concluded
For two days, a true chess atmosphere filled AGBU Armenia, with intense competition, exciting games, and a strong determination to win. The participants demonstrated excellent preparation, logical thinking, and competitive spirit, once again proving that the future of Armenian chess is in reliable hands.
According to the Olympiad results, the winning teams of Yerev... Read More
2026-05-06 The III Yerevan stage of the 20th School Chess Olympiad of the Republic of Armenia has officially begun
The III stage of the Olympiad is taking place at AGBU Armenia, where a true chess atmosphere filled with concentration, excitement, and sporting spirit has prevailed from the very first moments.
Present at the opening ceremony were Smbat Lputian, Founder-Director of the Chess Academy of Armenia and Grandmaster, as well as Inessa Margaryan, Director of Humanitarian ... Read More
2026-04-26 “Family Gambit” Rapid Team Chess Tournament
On April 26, families gathered around chessboards in the Children’s Park to take part in the “Family Gambit” rapid team chess tournament and spend quality time together.
Winning was important, but even more valuable were the shared moments, smiles, and memorable games.
Here are the prize winners:
1st place — Team “Armens”
2nd place — Team “Alexanyans”
3rd p... Read More
