Welsh Correspondence Chess Federation

Rydym yn Ffrindiau - Amici Sumus

CCM Norm for Gareth Jones

Russell Sherwood  Saturday, February 5, 2022

Congratulations to Gareth Jones on picking up a CCM Norm, playing for the Bulgarian Team Aytos CC Club in the States and Regions Division 3

States and Regions CCC 2021 Division Three Board 2

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Friendly Match: Wales v Argentina

Russell Sherwood  Sunday, January 23, 2022

We are looking to arrange a Friendly match with Argentina, starting in February 2022. Time Control will be 10/50. If you are Welsh Flagged and interested in taking part in please get in touch with Andrew Smith.

 

Opponents should be available for all ratings

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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. 

Carlos Flores Gutiérrez Team Tournament SF1 Board 6

 

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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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Tip of the Week #23

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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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