FIDE Master Ahmad Najjar wins Tuesday Battle Ground - June 24th 2025


FIDE Master Ahmad Najjar Wins Tuesday Battle Ground in Beirut

Despite the complex political situation in Lebanon, the game of chess continues to thrive. FIDE Master Ahmad Najjar emerged victorious in the Tuesday Battle Ground tournament, held yesterday, June 25th, in Beirut.

Over 30 chess players participated in the event, which featured a time control of 10 minutes plus a 3-second increment per move.

 



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