From December 15 to 21 this year, the World School Chess Championship in rapid and blitz formats took place in Antalya, Turkey. Featuring talented students aged 9 to 17, the prestigious competition highlighted Uzbekistan's national team as one of the strongest contenders.
According to the results of the tournament, the Uzbek players won a total of 12 medals, securing an absolute first place in the overall team standings. These achievements not only reflect statistics but also convincingly demonstrate the growing strength of chess institutions in Uzbekistan.
Particularly in the junior categories, Uzbek participants showcased stable performances, high-level preparation, and remarkable psychological resilience. Winning in quick formats such as rapid and blitz is challenging for any chess player, but Uzbekistan’s youth passed this test with outstanding success.
Meet the Medalists:
U-17 (Boys):
— Asror Omonov — Gold medal in rapid
— Akbarali Abduhakimov — Bronze medal in blitz
U-15 (Boys):
— Khumoyun Bekmurodov — Gold medal in rapid, Bronze medal in blitz
U-13 (Boys):
— Abdumajid Botiraliyev — Silver medal in rapid
U-9 (Boys):
— Nurmuxammad Nematillaxonov — Bronze medal in rapid
U-17 (Girls):
— Madina Khalilova — Gold medal in blitz, Silver medal in rapid
U-15 (Girls):
— Ruqiya Olimova — Gold medal in rapid
U-13 (Girls):
— Lazizabonu Komiljonova — Gold medal in blitz
— Moxinur Khikmathonova — Bronze medal in blitz
These results mark yet another historic milestone for chess in Uzbekistan. Such achievements by the youth serve as a solid foundation for future major victories. In brief, Uzbekistan’s name resounded proudly once more on the chessboard.
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