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Chess Olympiad 2022

What is the Chess Olympiad?

Among the various olympiads that are held worldwide, the Chess Olympiad is one-of-a-kind event that involves a sport. It is a biennial international tournament that provides a platform for competition among the best of minds from across the globe to win the Olympiad title. The much revered global event is held under the aegis of the International Chess Federation FIDE responsible for conducting the Chess Olympiad.

The governing body of the International Chess Committee, founded in France, chooses the country that would host this event every two years. Accordingly, FIDE organises the tournament that sees the best of chess players from across countries participating in the Olympiad to win the title of Team Champion.

In the years 2020 and 2021, the Olympiad was held online to keep the championship streak going for participants. Till date, the United States has won the most number of medals, with both Russia and the United States tied at the gold medals streak of 6 each.

Why is the Chess Olympiad Important?

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Why is the Chess Olympiad Important?

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Why is the Chess Olympiad Important?

As the 44th Chess Olympiad is all set to kick off in its full glory after a 2-year long online stint, the popularity of this event continues to broaden as ever. As it is being held in India this year, the celebrated grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand has been the torch bearer of the Olympiad Torch Relay.

Some important things that make the Chess Olympiad significant include-

  • As a popular international event, Chess Olympiad crowns the national team that is the strongest, leading to worldwide recognition and glory.
  • It allows a sleek demarcation among amteur and professional chess players, offering an inspiration to work towards winning the best of title under this sport.
  • As of the 44th Chess Olympiad being held this year in India, its torch relay is being conducted across 75 cities, a first of its kind in the sport’s history.
  • The Chess Olympiad this year also sees the highest number of participating countries ever at 189.
  • An Olympiad held at such a large scale allows aspiring chess players across the globe to test their perseverance, grit, as well as physical stamina at a stretch, creating room for improvement.
  • Chess as a tournament instils the team working spirit among participants and aspirants alike.

How Square Off has Brought Smart Chess Boards in India?

The smart and automated chess boards from Squareoff only take you a step further in getting just the right skills for the sport through automated, well-supported, and thorough practice.

Take a quick look at how these Squareoff smart chess boards in India contribute to making chess a more involving and engaging game, whether practising individually or playing with a partner.

  • The compact and interactive boards carry a mind of their own, assisting with hints towards the best next move while you practice.
  • Multiple AI-assisted inbuilt difficulty levels for endurance practice and honing skills.
  • Choose a game re-adjusted and aligned as per your skill level; these smart chess boards have something for everyone.
  • They are easy to connect with a smartphone via bluetooth for a readily accessible game.
  • Take your portable chess board along whenever and wherever you go with its compact and lightweight design.
  • It coaches well and plates along for the ultimate experience all in one
  • The gameplay of Squareoff Chess Board is connected globally so you challenge co-players from across the world for a competitive practising and winning experience

Explore from among the four different variations of these smart chess boards from Squareoff available in India to find the right board fit for you. The option to pre-book and an easy order makes your smart chess board accessibility easier than ever.

How Square Off has Brought Smart Chess Boards in India?

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Chennai Neck-Deep In Chess Excitement: Napier Bridge Stands In Testimony

This year, India has been honoured to hold the World Chess Olympiad. The historic city of Chennai, the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, has been selected to host the prestigious event. Recent estimates suggest that over 2000 chess players worldwide will participate in this contest.

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Indian Women’s Chess Olympiad Contingent Off To Flying Colours

The 44th World Chess Olympiad in the Indian city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is witnessing a good run of shows by the Indian men’s and women’s teams. Both sides started their accounts with easy wins over their opponents on Friday, July 29. The good news is that the Indian star-studded women’s team is on its way to achieving laurels for the country.

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Indian B team Looks All Set To Scale New Heights At Chess Olympiad

The 44th edition of the World Chess Olympiad is in full swing in the Indian city of Chennai. This year, both the men’s and the women’s chess squads are brimming with talent, and the chess Olympiad is the perfect platform for these rising talents to showcase their prowess.

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World Chess Olympiad 2022: Strong Indian Team Looking To End Medal Drought

The year was 2014, when an Indian chess team had last won a medal at a chess Olympiad. Back then, India was seeded 19th and caused quite an upset by snatching a medal under extraordinary circumstances.

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