Held on 21 November 2025 | Zinj, Bahrain
The 18th ACA FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament concluded successfully with thrilling games, exceptional performances, and strong competition across all levels. Organized by Arjun’s Chess Academy, the event brought together talented chess players from Bahrain, each demonstrating discipline, focus, and fighting spirit.

🏆 Final Standings – Top 7
1st Place: Mariscotes, Eleseo – 6 points
2nd Place: Fardan, Yousif – 6 points
3rd Place: Dela Cerna, Janelle – 5.5 points
4th: Kasinath, Kochunniramparambil Siljith – 5.5
5th: Noel, Abraham Punnoose – 5
6th: Lumanog, Eddie Jr. L. – 5
7th: Jishnu, Balajee Meenu – 5

🏅 Special Category Awards
Best Player 0–1600: Atharav Jagtap
Best Player 0–1500: Arav Mehta
Best Unrated Player: Pranav Santhosh
Best Under 8 Player: Brayden Anand
Best Under 10 Player: Navilan Sathishkumar
Best Under 12 Player: Aradhy Roy

👧 Best Girl Player: Dhanashree Mohan Raj

🎖️ Best Rook Level Player: Ineeyan Devaraj Vigil
🎖️ Best Bishop Level Player: Gunjan Pal
🎖️ Best Knight Level Player: Mithun Sasikumar

The tournament highlighted the steady growth of competitive chess in Bahrain and the rising talent nurtured at Arjun’s Chess Academy.

Congratulations to all winners and participants for making the event a remarkable success. 👏
See you at the next ACA event! ✨