The Nadi Chess Club is thrilled to announce the August Rapid Chess Tournament! at UniFiji campus in Saweni, Lautoka.
Whether you’re a grandmaster in the making or a casual player looking for a challenge, we want to see you on the board. This is your chance to show off your skills, enjoy the spirit of competition, and compete for exciting rewards! Here is everything you need to know: 📅 DATE: Sunday, August 16th 🕘 TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 VENUE: UniFiji Campus, Saweni, Lautoka ⏱️ FORMAT: 6 Rounds of 15+10 Rapid Chess 💰 ENTRY FEE: $30 🏆 WHAT’S UP FOR GRABS? We have Trophies for Top Players and a guaranteed Total Cash Prize Pool of $500! 💸 ⚠️ IMPORTANT: REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY ⚠️ Seats are limited! You must register in advance to participate. We will not be accepting walk-ins on the day. 📲 HOW TO REGISTER: It’s simple! SCAN THE QR CODE in the flyer attached to this post to access the registration form. Secure your spot today! forms.gle/vx1iErFjJrdB2h4s9 Questions? Feel free to reach out to the Nadi Chess Club: 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: 9357506 Let’s see who will be crowned the Rapid Champion! See you there! @The University of Fiji #ChessFiji#NadiChessClub#FijiChess#RapidChess#ChessTournament#LautokaEvents#UniFiji... See MoreSee Less
🌍♟️ Yesterday, we celebrated International Chess Day!
Here's a look back at some of the wonderful chess moments we've shared this month, including a special visit from our international federation, FIDE - International Chess Federation.
A big vinaka to all our members, players, volunteers, supporters and chess friends for being part of the journey and helping our Fiji chess community continue to grow.
♟️ Today, the Fiji Chess Federation hosted a 20-board simultaneous exhibition at Marist Brothers High School in Suva with Grandmaster Nigel Short.
We sincerely thank Principal Mr Asish Dayal for providing the space and for encouraging chess at the school, and Mr Thomas Nafaere, who oversees the school’s chess sports portfolio, for coordinating this special event.
With the largest school membership in the Fiji Chess Federation, Marist Brothers High School was the perfect venue for this simul. It was great to see so many students take on GM Short and gain valuable experience from the games.
We also thank GM Nigel Short for generously sharing his time and expertise, which continues to support the growth of chess in Fiji.
Fiji Chess Federation General Secretary Kristy Fong said, “School chess is where the future of our game begins. Giving students the chance to play against a Grandmaster is an experience they will remember for years, and we remain committed to creating more opportunities like this as we continue to grow chess across Fiji.” 🇫🇯♟️ ... See MoreSee Less
♟️ Menon Construction Limited & Fiji Chess Federation FIDE-Rated Blitz Tournament with GM Nigel Short♟️
The Fiji Chess Federation, together with the generous sponsorship of Menon Construction Limited, hosted a 9-round FIDE-rated Blitz Tournament last night at The University of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus on 2 July 2026. The event, played with the format of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment, brought together over 40 players in a strong display of competitive chess and community engagement.
🏆 Open Results 🥇 GM Nigel Short – 9/9 🥈 CM Rudr Prasad – 7/9 🥉 Lionel Vaurasi & William Rupinta – 6.5/9
🎓 Best Primary Schooler: Yanick Khatri (Yat Sen Primary School) – 5.5/9
🎒 Best Secondary Schooler: Rajatha Weerasekara (Jai Narayan College)– 5/9
⭐ A standout performance came from Latileta Masau, who defeated three Candidate Masters and held her own in a strong field of players.
Fiji Chess Federation President Hilda Kunau noted that events like this continue to grow chess in Fiji by giving local players exposure to higher-level competition and strengthening the chess community through regular FIDE-rated events. 🇫🇯♟️ ... See MoreSee Less
The Nadi Chess Club is thrilled to announce the August Rapid Chess Tournament! at UniFiji campus in Saweni, Lautoka.
Whether you’re a grandmaster in the making or a casual player looking for a challenge, we want to see you on the board. This is your chance to show off your skills, enjoy the spirit of competition, and compete for exciting rewards!
Here is everything you need to know:
📅 DATE: Sunday, August 16th
🕘 TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 VENUE: UniFiji Campus, Saweni, Lautoka
⏱️ FORMAT: 6 Rounds of 15+10 Rapid Chess
💰 ENTRY FEE: $30
🏆 WHAT’S UP FOR GRABS? We have Trophies for Top Players and a guaranteed Total Cash Prize Pool of $500! 💸
⚠️ IMPORTANT: REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY ⚠️
Seats are limited! You must register in advance to participate. We will not be accepting walk-ins on the day.
📲 HOW TO REGISTER: It’s simple! SCAN THE QR CODE in the flyer attached to this post to access the registration form. Secure your spot today! forms.gle/vx1iErFjJrdB2h4s9
Questions? Feel free to reach out to the Nadi Chess Club: 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: 9357506
Let’s see who will be crowned the Rapid Champion! See you there!
@The University of Fiji
#ChessFiji #NadiChessClub #FijiChess #RapidChess #ChessTournament #LautokaEvents #UniFiji ... See MoreSee Less
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🌍♟️ Yesterday, we celebrated International Chess Day!
Here's a look back at some of the wonderful chess moments we've shared this month, including a special visit from our international federation, FIDE - International Chess Federation.
A big vinaka to all our members, players, volunteers, supporters and chess friends for being part of the journey and helping our Fiji chess community continue to grow.
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Attention all our friends in Tuvalu! 🇹🇻 This event is happening this afternoon. Be sure to join in! ♟️ ... See MoreSee Less
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♟️ Today, the Fiji Chess Federation hosted a 20-board simultaneous exhibition at Marist Brothers High School in Suva with Grandmaster Nigel Short.
We sincerely thank Principal Mr Asish Dayal for providing the space and for encouraging chess at the school, and Mr Thomas Nafaere, who oversees the school’s chess sports portfolio, for coordinating this special event.
With the largest school membership in the Fiji Chess Federation, Marist Brothers High School was the perfect venue for this simul. It was great to see so many students take on GM Short and gain valuable experience from the games.
We also thank GM Nigel Short for generously sharing his time and expertise, which continues to support the growth of chess in Fiji.
Fiji Chess Federation General Secretary Kristy Fong said, “School chess is where the future of our game begins. Giving students the chance to play against a Grandmaster is an experience they will remember for years, and we remain committed to creating more opportunities like this as we continue to grow chess across Fiji.” 🇫🇯♟️ ... See MoreSee Less
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♟️ Menon Construction Limited & Fiji Chess Federation FIDE-Rated Blitz Tournament with GM Nigel Short♟️
The Fiji Chess Federation, together with the generous sponsorship of Menon Construction Limited, hosted a 9-round FIDE-rated Blitz Tournament last night at The University of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus on 2 July 2026. The event, played with the format of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment, brought together over 40 players in a strong display of competitive chess and community engagement.
🏆 Open Results
🥇 GM Nigel Short – 9/9
🥈 CM Rudr Prasad – 7/9
🥉 Lionel Vaurasi & William Rupinta – 6.5/9
✨Best Female: Latileta Masau (St Joseph’s Secondary School) – 6/9
🎓 Best Primary Schooler: Yanick Khatri (Yat Sen Primary School) – 5.5/9
🎒 Best Secondary Schooler: Rajatha Weerasekara (Jai Narayan College)– 5/9
⭐ A standout performance came from Latileta Masau, who defeated three Candidate Masters and held her own in a strong field of players.
Fiji Chess Federation President Hilda Kunau noted that events like this continue to grow chess in Fiji by giving local players exposure to higher-level competition and strengthening the chess community through regular FIDE-rated events. 🇫🇯♟️ ... See MoreSee Less
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