Salalah: The Dhofar International Rapid Chess Championship concluded at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah, following three days of competition.
Organized by the Oman Chess Committee in cooperation with Dhofar Municipality as part of the Dhofar Autumn Season 2026, the championship brought together 80 players from 10 countries.
The tournament aimed to provide Omani players with opportunities to gain international competitive experience while contributing to the promotion of tourism in Dhofar Governorate.
The competition was conducted under the Swiss system over nine rounds.
India’s Nachiketha Krishnendra claimed first place, followed by Yemen’s Bashir Abdullah Al-Qudaimi in second, while India’s Vardan Satheeskumar secured third place.
more recommended stories
Renaissance Services strengthens support for ESO’s charity runMuscat – Renaissance Services strengthened its.
AJMS Group Supports DDSC Across Compliance Systems ImplementationDubai: AJMS Group announces its ongoing.
Oman-UAE Railway Project Advances as Trial Operations NearOman-UAE Rail Link Set for Trial.
Kazakhstan President Receives Credentials of New Omani AmbassadorOman’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Presents Credentials.
Oman Takes Part in Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games Opening CeremonyOman Participates in Opening Ceremony of.
Oman and Germany Discuss Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea NavigationOman, Germany Discuss Freedom of Navigation.
Sohar International and barq Sign Agreement to Explore New Opportunities in Digital Financial ServicesMuscat : Reinforcing its commitment to.
Oman’s Abdullah Al-Rawahi Dominates Jordan National Rally RoundOman’s Abdullah Al-Rawahi Wins Fifth Round.
Oman “Trade Dialogues” to Focus on Re-Exports, Local Suppliers and LogisticsOman’s “Trade Dialogues” to Explore Economic.
Oman Expands Global Presence at Marmomac 2026 in VeronaOman Showcases Marble and Natural Stone.



