The "Grand Swiss" international chess tournament continues in Samarkand (Uzbekistan).
Idman.biz reminds that Azerbaijan is represented in this competition by Shahriyar Mamedyarov, Rauf Mammadov, Aydin Suleymanli, Mahammad Muradli, Ulviyya Fataliyeva, Govhar Beydullayeva and Khanim Balajaeva.
In the third round, Shahriyar Mamedyarov and Rauf Mammadov won their first victories. Khanim Balajaeva also finished her match with a victory. Mahammad Muradli, Aydin Suleymanli and Ulviyya Fataliyeva drew their games, while Govhar Beydullayeva lost.
In the men's tournament table, the best result among Azerbaijanis currently belongs to Aydin Suleymanli - 2 points and 11th place. Mamedyarov also has the same score, but he is in 31st place. In the women's competition, the best result belongs to Ulviyya Fataliyeva - 11th place with 2 points.
172 chess players are participating in the tournament. The total prize fund is $855,000.
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