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Drum Majors battle at World Open
“Drum Major” is associated with a leader of a band. Their job is to keep the pace and to serve as a model for the band unit. In The Chess Drum community, Drum Major means something different. Certainly the term still connotes those who serve as models, but more precisely…
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Najer heads four-way tie at World Open!
The 2008 World Open will go down in history as one of the most hotly-contested and brutal American tournaments. With a field of more than 30 GMs and a strong international contingent, games were bitterly fought and there were many upsets from the beginning. There were many side conversations about…
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Indians at World Open!
The Indian contigent is making a strong showing at the World Open and have made an impact for the last few years. There are about 14-15 players in the delegation and they will travel to Canada to play in the Canadian Open after the World Open ends. The delegation includes:…
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Eagle Chess Academy crowns Queens
EAGLE Chess Academy will host the Touch of Elegance Chess Tournament on Saturday, July 5, 2008. This royal event will take place at the Upper Marlboro Library, 14730 Main St., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 from 10:00am-5:00pm. It is a tournament for females only. EAGLE Chess Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit,…
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Carlsson named to Swedish Olympiad squad!
GM Pontus Carlsson has told The Chess Drum that he has been named as a member of the Swedish 2008 Olympiad squad. This marks the second time he will represent the country in the world’s marquee team event. The Olympiad tournament will be held in November in Dresden, Germany. Carlsson…
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