The 2nd El Mercado Mall Blitz Chess Tournament – FIDE Rated, organized by Arjun’s Chess Academy under the patronage of the Bahrain Chess Federation, concluded with an evening full of excitement, speed, and competitive chess at El Mercado Mall, Janabiya.

Players from various levels showcased strong tactical skills and fighting spirit across all rounds, making the tournament a thrilling experience for chess enthusiasts and families who attended.

🏆 Overall Winners
1st Place – Mero Aghiad
2nd Place – Safvan Subair Khan
3rd Place – Dela Cerna Janelle
4th Place – Noel Abraham Punnoose
5th Place – Fardan Yousif
6th Place – Sriram Palaniappan
7th Place – Alsari Yusuf

🏅 Category Prize Winners
Best Player 0–1600: Jeff George
Best Player 0–1500: Ahmed Najla
Best Unrated Player: Ehan Anjam
Best Under 8 Player: Hridik Dhananjaya Shetty
Best Under 10 Player: Gansh Abhishek Patil
Best Under 12 Player: Aradhy Roy
Best Girl Player: Joudi Mansoor Alfaraj

Congratulations to all winners and appreciation to every participant for making this event a memorable success. 👏
More exciting tournaments are coming soon — stay tuned! 🌟♟️