GM Valentina Gunina Triumphs for the Sixth Time in the 27th Queens Wednesday Tournament
GM Valentina Gunina secured her sixth victory in the 27th Swiss Queens Wednesday tournament, marking her 18th appearance in the top 5. IM Anna Sargsyan maintained her impressive form by securing second place again, while IM Natalia Buksa finished in third.
GM Valentina Gunina has once again demonstrated her remarkable consistency by claiming her sixth victory in the 27th Swiss Queens Wednesday tournament. This achievement marks her 18th appearance in the top 5, highlighting her dominance in the series.
The 26th edition of the series featured an impressive performance from IM Anna Sargsyan, who secured second place, a position she held on to this week as well. IM Natalia Buksa finished in third place, marking her 7th appearance in our top 5.
Completing the top 5 were AGM Marina Kamenskaya and WFM Afruza Khamdamova, proving that lower-rated players can compete with the elite and achieve significant results. The top players shared a prize fund of $1000, underscoring their exceptional skill and dedication to the game.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants for making this tournament exciting and competitive. As we continue to support and celebrate the global women’s chess community, we aim to inspire future generations to aspire to greatness.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, the 7th of August at 17:00 CEST, and join us for another thrilling Swiss Queens Wednesday Tournament!
