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South Coast Chess Tournaments: October & November
If you are itching to get some over the board action ahead of the Isle of Wight Chess Congress 21-23 Feb , there's a host coming up...
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IOW Chess
Sep 101 min read
Results: ECF Rated Lichess Blitz 9/9/24
Congratulations to GM Keith Arkell who impressed again with a dominant display and adds to his chess shirt collection.
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IOW Chess
Sep 92 min read
Local Magpie and Chess Enthusiast Triumphs in Shanklin
The tournament, organised by Terry Dawson, raises funds for the Shanklin 50 Plus Centre and is a great introduction for new players
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IOW Chess
Aug 294 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Playing in a UK Chess Congresses
Playing in a UK chess congress can be an exciting experience, whether you’re an experienced player or a newcomer to competitive chess.
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IOW Chess
Aug 272 min read
Vernon Strikes Again: Ryde Rapid 26th August, Results and Games
The unstoppable Harry Vernon is once again victorious at the August Ryde Rapid. An excellent level of play with very high accuracy.
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IOW Chess
Aug 223 min read
24 Titled Players Now Signed up for the Isle of Wight Masters
The tournament is shaping up to be a perfect opportunity for title and norm seekers
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IOW Chess
Aug 143 min read
Isle of Wight Online Blitz Attracts Top Chess Talent: Results and Analysis
Greek FM Haralambos Tsakiris claimed victory with an impressive 6.5 points out of 7.
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IOW Chess
Aug 101 min read
Vernon Wins ECF Rated Friday Night Blitz
We played ECF rated Blitz at the Yelf's Hotel in Ryde on Friday 9th August. Ten strong players took part and Harry Vernon emerged...
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IOW Chess
Jul 172 min read
Win Wildcard entry to the IOW International & Accommodation: Lichess Blitz Monday 12th Aug 8pm
The Isle of Wight International will take place between 18th and 23rd Feb 2025. We are giving players a chance to win free entry into...
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IOW Chess
Jul 91 min read
Hampshire Chess Congress 1st - 3rd Nov
Hampshire have announced their 2024 congress dates. Full details and entry form can be found here. It's a fantastic congress in Fareham...
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IOW Chess
Jul 42 min read
The Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament: Feb 18-23 2025
The Island will host elite chess players from across the globe in a 6 day, 9 round tournament next February. Taking place at Ryde School
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IOW Chess
Jun 181 min read
Harry Wins The Wightlink Ryde Chess Rapid
Local player Harry Vernon, once again takes home the silverware, defeating some strong local and visiting opposition to win the Wightlink...
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IOW Chess
Jun 21 min read
Erfaan Wins Shanklin Summer Tournament
Congratulations to Erfaan Sharif who wins the Vectis Chess summer chess tournament.
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Iwan Cave
May 282 min read
Hampshire Rapid Play - 7th September 2024
Our friends in Hampshire are hosting a Rapid tournament soon and it's a great opportunity for island players to visit for the day without...
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Terry Dawson
May 171 min read
Shanklin Chess Club is holding its Summer Chess Tournament on Saturday 1st June
Another chance to play chess in June. Shanklin are holding their summer tournament which raises funds for the 50 plus centre. It's a great c
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IOW Chess
May 71 min read
ECF Rated Online Blitz - Tuesday's 8pm - Lichess
Join team IOW us every Tuesday at 8pm on Lichess for ECF rated 5+3 Blitz. It's just for fun but you do get an ECF online rating which is...
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IOW Chess
May 41 min read
Join us for the Wightlink Ryde Chess Rapid on Sunday June 16th
The next Ryde Rapid will take place on Sunday June 16th at the Ryde Rowing Club. Games will be ECF Rapid Rated. The event will end a few...
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IOW Chess
Apr 301 min read
IOW ECF Rated 5+3 Blitz every Tuesday at 8pm - Lichess
IOW ECF Rated 5+3 Blitz tonight and every Tuesday at 8pm here https://lichess.org/team/isle-of-wight on Lichess. OPEN TO NONE CLUB...
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IOW Chess
Apr 232 min read
Results and Tables - Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress 2024
And that's a wrap. We still have a bunch of videos and pictures to share but it's time for the final results. Thank you all so much for...
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IOW Chess
Apr 221 min read
Wightlink IOW Chess Congress Player Portraits
(header image, not the gallery, see below) Thank you all so much for coming to the Wightlink Isle of Wight Congress. Plenty of more pics...
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IOW Chess
Apr 131 min read
Ryde Results & Top Table Games - Yelf's 12th April 2024
Another great night at the Yelf's hotel this week. 14 players in for the casual Rapid Swiss, including 3 juniors. Some excellent chess on...
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IOW Chess
Apr 71 min read
FIDE Blitz and a Simul with a GM added to IOW Congress
We are very pleased to announced that GM Keith Arkell has agreed to play a simul at the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress. This will...
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IOW Chess
Apr 61 min read
New Weekly Club Events on Lichess
We have started a new Isle of Wight Club on Lichess. It allows far more control over tournament settings than chess . com. We can, for...
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IOW Chess
Mar 261 min read
Islander Triumphs at Fareham Castle Chess Congress
Isle of Wight player, Richard Edney put on a fantastic display at the recent Fareham tournament to clinch first place in the Major...
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