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Friday, June 25, 2010

Jermuk Women's Chess Grand Prix off to an exciting start


A scenic shot of Jermuk

Hello Everyone!

Jermuk, Armenia is hosting the Women's Grand Prix this year from June 24-July 6. The first round was held on June 25. There was only one draw on the first day! And, Black victories outnumbered those with White.

The first round results were as follows:
  • Xu Yuhua - Mkrtchian Lilit 0-1
  • Hou Yifan - Shen Yang 0-1
  • Stefanova Antoaneta - Dzagnidze Nana 0-1
  • Danielian Elina - Chiburdanidze Maia 1-0
  • Cramling Pia - Kosintseva Tatiana 1/2-1/2
  • Kovanova Baira - Fierro Baquero Martha 1-0
You can find key moments in various games described here.

Stay tuned for lot more action coming up in the Grand Prix. You can also track the results at the Fide website.

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