Welsh Correspondence Chess Federation

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First Welsh International Open, Semi-Finals

Austin Lockwood  Sunday, January 16, 2022

Both semi-finals of the First Welsh International Open have just started, good luck to all participants!

Arrangements for the Second Welsh International Open will be announced shortly.

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Carlos Flores Gutiérrez Team Tournament SF1 Result

Russell Sherwood  Tuesday, January 11, 2022

A disappointing result for the Wales 1 team, married by a silent withdrawal, turning possible qualification into 8th place.

 Despite this, an experimental team will have gained vital experience, ready for the next outing. 

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New Premium Article Series

Russell Sherwood  Sunday, January 9, 2022

A new article series on creation of Opening Books has started. This is only available to premium/international members.

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East Wales B win the CDCCC Sinclair

Russell Sherwood  Sunday, January 9, 2022

Congratulations to the East Wales B Team, winning the Sinclair Division on Tie-break from the much fancied Yorkshire A Team.

A fantastic performance with a final score of 10 Wins- 3 Losses - 3 Draws! 

Cross Table (iccf.com)

 

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WCCF New Year Tournament

Russell Sherwood  Saturday, January 8, 2022

WCCF New Year Tournament 2022

The Silli format has definitely thrown up some interesting pairings!

Players are reminded that a new ICCF rule prevents play, prior to the start date of the event

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Friendly Match: Wales v Cuba

Russell Sherwood  Saturday, January 8, 2022

Wales - Cuba Friendly 2020 has finished with a Cuban Victory 33.5-16.5.

Congratulations to our Cuban friends and a special mention goes to Andrew Smith in picking up a Welsh win!

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2021 AGM Minutes

Austin Lockwood  Monday, January 3, 2022

The draft minutes of the 2021 WCCF AGM, held on 20th November, are attached.

These minutes are subject to ratification at the 2022 AGM.

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Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!

Russell Sherwood  Saturday, January 1, 2022

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