IV Valencia Cuna del Ajedrez
Last week, Tarun and I played in the IV Valencia Cuna del Ajedrez tournament in Valencia, Spain. It was our first time visiting this vibrant coastal city, and we were joined by a few other Irish players – Jacob, Kavin, Patryk, and Finn – who all traveled with us on the same flight. There was…
Carlow Rapid 2025
This was the first time Carlow hosted a rapid tournament, and it was great to see 90 players turn up for the inaugural edition! That’s a solid number for a debut event, and it created a lively, competitive environment. Carlow, a charming town located in the southeast of Ireland, was just a 35-minute drive away…
Galway Speed Championship 2025
Last weekend, Tarun and I played in the Galway Speed Chess Championship 2025, and what a journey it was! Hop on—we’ll take you through our little chess-filled adventure, train rides, sibling rivalry, and some sunny Galway vibes. The Journey Begins We woke up around 6 a.m.—not exactly our natural wake-up time—and headed to the Portarlington…
