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The Friendly Cup table is refreshed at the beginning of each month.
Our traditional season opening quickplay was well attended, with John Tompson taking the honours despite increased competition!
The final Friendly Shield event was a shared victory for Alan and Justin. Asher had a good tournament and wins the overall Friendly Shield title for 2025/26.
David W produced a perfect 4/4 score to win the club’s latest First Tuesday social tournament, played in the popular Freestyle Chess (Chess960) format. With several players tied close behind and only two events remaining, the race for the season-long Friendly Shield remains extremely tight.
Derby Chess Club’s latest first-Tuesday social tournament featured Benko Gambit positions curated — and introduced — by Steve, blending instruction with competitive play despite poor weather and traffic disruption. Dave, a recent member, took first place ahead of fellow newcomer Paul, while Siraj and Phil enjoyed their first taste of Derby club chess.