Ozamiz City, November 10, 2023 | via Bhal Cabrera |
Prepare for an exhilarating checkmate experience as the 1st Governor Henry S. Oaminal Chess 8 in 1 Team Festival kicks off at the Ozamiz City Gym from November 10 to 12, 2023.
Chess aficionados are in for a treat with a spectacular lineup of events, including a Simultaneous Display featuring Grandmasters Eugene Torre and Joey Antonio, alongside other International Masters. The festival boasts a diverse array of activities, ranging from rapid and blitz tournaments with a total prize pool of 500,000 for four different categories to a PCAP National Championship Automatic Qualifier Rapid Champion event.
The festival promises a unique blend of competition and camaraderie, offering an Age group package that includes a simul, lecture from the Masters, and tournament participation. A thrilling match featuring 20 boards will pit the 1st Visayan Selection against the Mindanao Champions, adding an extra layer of excitement.
Inaugurating the Executive Chess Tournament of the Mindanao Executives and Professionals Chess Association, the festival also hosts the Battle of Philippine Champions in a Round Robin Armageddon format, with Northern Mindanao facing off against the Rest of Mindanao.
The highlight of the event is a Simultaneous Display with GM Joey Antonio facing 24 chess players, including Ozamiz City Mayor Atty. Indy Oaminal. Mayor Atty. Indy Oaminal, on behalf of Governor Henry S. Oaminal, extended a warm welcome to all guests and participants, emphasizing the significance of the tournament in fostering the spirit of competition and sportsmanship.
Chess enthusiasts and spectators alike are eagerly anticipating the strategic brilliance and intense battles that the 1st Governor Henry S. Oaminal Chess 8 in 1 Team Festival promises to deliver over the next three days.
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