Big Chess Academy unveiled in Kazakhstan’s Ulytau region

A new branch of the Chess Academy of the well-known chess player, five-time world champion Zhansaya Abdumalik, was opened in Zhezkazgan, Ulytau region, Kazinform News Agency reports.

Chess academy opens in Ulytau
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Kazakh Tourism and Sports Minister Yerbol Myrzabossynov arrived to attend the academy's opening ceremony.

Chess Academy opens in Ulytau region
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The Chess Academy in Zhezkazgan is one the largest academies in Kazakhstan. It will train some 1,000 children aged 5-18 years old from Ulytau region.

Governor of Ulytau region Dastan Ryspekov expressed confidence that the region will soon boast famous chess players and champions to represent the region in the international arena and countrywide.

Chess Academy opens in Ulytau region
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The academy covers 900 square meters and is fitted with the necessary equipment.

Besides, the 1st International Kazakhmys Youth Team Chess Cup held there brought together over 100 young chess players from Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia.

It is worth reminding Kazakh chess players across the board had a successful year in 2024, winning a record 160 medals at international tournaments organized by FIDE and the Asian Chess Federation (ACF). The total includes 55 gold, 54 silver, and 51 bronze medals.

 

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