Blogs

  • ØBRO & CXU International 2026

    Last week, Tarun and I travelled to Copenhagen, Denmark, to compete in the ØBRO & CXU International 2026. It was our first visit to Denmark, and from the moment we arrived, we were impressed by how peaceful, green and bicycle-friendly the city was. A Club with 90 Years of History The tournament was hosted by…

  • First IM Norm

    First IM norm at the Lince Andújar Open 2026. We played at the stunning Church of Santa Marina in Andújar, Spain. Consequently, this event became deeply memorable for my chess journey. It was not just about the final result. The entire experience was truly unforgettable. A Well-Organised Chess Tournament in Spain From the very beginning,…

  • Inter Diaspora Premier League: Goodness Over Greatness

    Last week, Tarun and I travelled to London to compete in a weekend chess tournament before returning home on Sunday night. One of the events we had been looking forward to was a special gathering hosted by the Inter Diaspora Premier League (IDPL), to which we had been invited by IDPL founder Mr. Maruthi Nambi.…