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Published on September 09, 2006
CUP OF ARMENIAN DIASPORA IN ST PETERSBURG
The first open tournament of chess amateurs for the cup of Armenian national-cultural autonomy will be held in St. Petersburg in October, Yerkramas newspaper of Russian-Armenian reports. The tournament is dedicated to the glorious victory of Armenian chess players in 37th Chess Olympiad in Turin. The event was organized by the Armenian Association of St. Petersburg and welcomed by the chess federation of St. Petersburg and Armenian consulate.
The aim of the tournament is further fostering of friendly ties between Armenian and Russian nations. It will be open for everyone. It’s envisaged that national minorities of St. Petersburg will also take part in the tournament. Not only the first 3 best players will receive prices but also the best female player and the best young player will receive special prizes.
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The first open tournament of chess amateurs for the cup of Armenian national-cultural autonomy will be held in St. Petersburg in October, Yerkramas newspaper of Russian-Armenian reports. The tournament ...
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