- Trinidad and Tobago leads the CARICOM Classic Chess Tournament after four rounds.
- The tournament is hosted at Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Georgetown, Guyana.
- Ten teams from CARICOM nations are competing in a nine-round tournament.
- Jamaica and Suriname are closely trailing Trinidad and Tobago in the standings.
- Guyana is represented by three teams, strengthening its presence in the tournament.
Trinidad and Tobago Dominates Chess Tournament So Far
Trinidad and Tobago is making quite the mark at the CARICOM Classic Chess Team Tournament. After four rounds, they’re sitting at the top of the leader board. This year’s tournament is being hosted at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Georgetown, Guyana, from July 1 to 6. It’s the second edition of the CARICOM Classic organized by the Guyana Chess Federation in partnership with the CARICOM Secretariat.
Close Competition and Notable Performances
In this engaging nine-round classical round-robin competition, ten teams from across CARICOM nations are vying for the title. The participating teams include Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, Jamaica, Dominica, Suriname, the Cayman Islands, St. Lucia, and the host nation, Guyana. Jamaica is currently in a close second place, with Suriname following in third. Notably, the Guyana A team is in fourth place, with teams from Barbados, the Cayman Islands, and St. Lucia not far behind as they gear up for the next rounds. It’s important to note that with five rounds left to be played, the competition is heating up, and every move matters.
Guyana’s Stellar Chess Teams Compete
Guyana is represented by three teams, making it a strong contender in the tournament. The Guyana A Team includes distinguished players like CM Taffin Khan, Kyle Couchman, WCM Aditi Joshi, and Ciel Clement. Meanwhile, the Guyana B-Team features CM Sachin Pitamber, Keron Sandiford, WCM Sasha Shariff, and Aniyah Couchman. To prevent byes, a third, the Guyana Junior Team, has been included, comprising Ricardo Narine, Kishan Puran, Italy Ton-Chung, and Anaya Lall. The rounds thus far have been intense and provide a glimpse of strategic maneuvers from rising talents and seasoned players alike.
Trinidad and Tobago leads the CARICOM Classic Chess Team Tournament after four competitive rounds. The tournament features intense matches with teams from various CARICOM nations. As the rounds continue, the excitement grows with every game being critical.
