Maldives Chess Association

🇲🇻♟️ Maldives National Chess Team Departs for the Commonwealth Chess Championships 2026 🤩

The Maldives Chess Team has officially departed today (16th may 2026) to participate in the prestigious Commonwealth Chess Championships 2026, which will be held in Kalutara.( Sri Lanka )

A total of 36 members are travelling as part of the delegation, including 18 talented players who will proudly represent the Maldives on the international stage.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all players, coach, officials, and accompanying members. Representing your country in such a prestigious event is a great achievement, and we are proud of every one of you.👏🫶

May this tournament bring valuable experience, success, and memorable moments for Team Maldives. 🇲🇻♟️

Wishing the entire Maldives Chess Team the very best of luck at the Commonwealth Chess Championships 2026.
Play with confidence, determination, and national pride! 👊
♟️🇲🇻

STO Boduriyaa Championship 2026
Organized by Castle Chess Club and Academy in association with Maldives Chess Association.

The exciting 10-board team championship returns, bringing together chess clubs in a format where every board matters and full team strength decides the winner.

7th–9th May 2026
Chess Arcade, Hulhumalé

More info:
https://www.castlechessclub.com/events

Highlights from the closing ceremony of National Junior Chess championship 2025, organized by the Maldives Chess Association to celebrate the achievements of our young players