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Chess makes
you Smart
Selangor emerged overall Champions of this year's MSSM Chess Competition that was held in Kangar, Perlis from June 6 to 11, 2010. Second was Wilayah Persekutuan and third was a much improved Penang side. More than 500 students from all over the country participated in this chess contest which was categorised by age (under12, under 15 & under 18) and gender.
Tan Khai Boon from Penang played impressively to win this year's National Chess Championships (Open) with 8 points, 1 point ahead of the rest of the field. A total of 94 players played in the Open section. Tan was followed by Edwad Lee Kim Han and Kamalarifin Wahiduddin who had both tied with six points each. Edwad Lee who had the better tie-break, took 2nd place. 12 year old Yeoh Li Tian, also impressed with a fourth place finishing.
Fong Mi Yen from Perak won this year's National Ladies Championships, one point clear of her nearest rivals. Tan Li Ting, Amira Syahmina Zullkafli and Nithyalakshmi Sivanesan were all tied at 6½ points. However on tie -break, last year's champion Tan Li Ting, emerged second, followed by Amira and Nithya respectively. This year, a total of 44 players signed up for the tournament.
Day & Time: Sunday from 3.15 to 5 pm. Levels: All levels from beginner to tournament player. Age: Children from 5 years of age to adults. Who should
join: Anyone who is interested to play Chess either for fun or to become
a Area: In Cheras, Kuala Lumpur (near Leisure Mall). Enquiries: Please call/sms Collin at 016-2123578, or email us. Chess Puzzles
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