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Qatar Rail in collaboration with the Qatar Chess Affiliation, honoured the winners of the third version of Qatar Rail Open Chess 2025 held from July 17-20 along with the celebration of World Chess Day, which is marked yearly on July 20.
The event aligned with Qatar Rail’s social accountability technique, which goals arrange and host participating group actions and initiatives that foster engagement and construct a stronger sense of group inside the Doha Metro and Lusail Tram networks.
The event attracted a lot of members and witnessed robust competitors amongst {many professional} and beginner chess gamers of varied ages and nationalities.
The qualifying stage occurred on July 17 on the Qatar Chess Coaching Middle, the place members have been divided into two teams and competed beneath a knockout system to find out the finalists.
The ultimate stage of the event was hosted at Al Bidda Station of Doha Metro on July 20, which witnessed thrilling matches between the certified gamers, adopted by an award ceremony recognizing the winners.
Bologan Victor claimed first place with a complete of seven.5 factors, edging out syed Abdul khader—who secured second place with the identical rating—primarily based on tiebreak standards.
Zhu Chen completed in third place with 7 factors, whereas Johan Jobsy secured fourth place with 6 factors, forward of Abel Sajan, who ranked fifth with 5.5 factors.
As well as, and in recognition of the energetic function performed by Qatar Rail in supporting the game of chess in Qatar and its contribution to making a constructive influence in the neighborhood, the corporate was honoured by the Worldwide Chess Federation (FIDE) with a Certificates of Appreciation beneath the FIDE Social Chess Award 2025 for its distinguished efforts.
The certificates was acquired on behalf of Qatar Rail by Abdulla Ali Al Mawlawi, Director of Company Communications and Public Relations.
On the event, Al Mawlawi, mentioned, “For the third consecutive yr, Qatar Rail has efficiently organized one other version of the Qatar Rail Open Chess Match in partnership with the Qatar Chess Federation. We’re happy with the extent of participation, engagement, and constructive suggestions the event has acquired. What really distinguishes this yr’s version is the popularity Qatar Rail acquired from the Worldwide Chess Federation (FIDE), which we deeply worth and think about a drive to proceed supporting this sport and nurturing native expertise within the State of Qatar.”
He added: “Internet hosting the event finals at Al Bidda Station on the Doha Metro helps our technique to amplify the function of Doha Metro and Lusail Tram in our group, whereas additionally highlighting the stations’ potential as vibrant venues for varied group occasions. These stations have gotten group hubs that appeal to various audiences and add a brand new social dimension to public transport. We stay dedicated to constructing long-lasting partnerships with community-based establishments to host extra community-focused occasions at our stations.
Mohammed Al Madhahka, President of Qatar Chess Affiliation, mentioned: “We extremely worth the fruitful cooperation with Qatar Rail and thank them for his or her continued assist in selling chess tradition and inspiring people to interact within the sport. By our profitable partnership for the third yr in a row, we have been delighted to arrange a profitable version of the Qatar Rail Chess Open. The environment of the third version was thrilling, with many abilities collaborating and powerful competitors all through the event levels.”
Qatar Rail continues to work carefully with varied stakeholders within the nation to launch and undertake a variety of group initiatives that improve engagement and social interplay. These initiatives purpose to create an inspiring and interactive atmosphere that promotes studying, leisure, and communication inside the metro and tram networks, whereas additionally making certain dependable journey experiences for Qatar’s residents and guests all year long.
