This was our second visit to Fagernes. We first went in Autumn 2024, and it was great to be back. Fagernes is a small and peaceful town with a population of around 2,000 people. It takes about three hours by bus to reach from Oslo, but the journey is absolutely worth it. The scenery is …
This was my second time playing in the British Rapid Championship, and Tarun’s third. The first time we played was in 2024, where I came very close, I tied for first in the Open but lost the playoffs against GM Danny Gormally. I also won the British Rapid Women’s title that year. Last year, I …
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#GiveToGain This past weekend, I had the wonderful opportunity to celebrate International Women’s Day through something I love deeply — chess. I had been in Bangor from 5–7 March for a coaching residency, and since I was already in Northern Ireland, I thought it would be a great opportunity to organise something special for Women’s …
Hello everyone! I’m excited to share that I’ll be competing in the British Rapid Championship in Peterborough on 14–15 March! It’s one of the biggest events of the month, and I’d love for you to be part of my journey. Two years ago, I competed in the British Rapid Championship 2024 and had one of …
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Trisha Kanyamarala scripts history to become Ireland’s First Woman Grandmaster(WGM). Learn more about her journey in the following article by her. by Trisha Kanyamarala – 6th December 2025 Most people assume chess masters are born geniuses who loved the game from day one. That wasn’t me. When I was a 9-year old kid, I actually …
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Last weekend we traveled to a small city called Bardejov, tucked away in the north-eastern part of Slovakia. Honestly, we had never heard of this town before, but it turned out to be one of the most scenic and peaceful places we’ve visited in recent times. Our trip was packed with chess, travel, and a …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Tarun and I played in the International Whitsun Open 2025, held in Munich, Germany—our first-ever tournament in Germany! From lost baggage to wild endgames, this trip had everything. And looking back… what a ride it was! The Arrival Drama: Welcome to Munich! Our journey started with a bit of chaos—classic chess tournament travel drama. We …