The ASCARD 2024 Chess Championship, Piala YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Binti Dr. Wan Ismail, has successfully concluded at SM Sains Alam Shah, Cheras. This prestigious event, organized by Kelab Catur ASiS and directed by FA Masha Naizli Menhat, saw enthusiastic participation across various categories, culminating in a highly competitive and engaging tournament.
We were honored to have the presence of YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Binti Dr. Wan Ismail, the wife of the Prime Minister of Malaysia and Member of Parliament for Bandar Tun Razak, who graciously officiated the event.
Event Highlights
Open Category
The Open Category was fiercely contested, with top players showcasing exceptional skill and strategy. The final rankings are as follows:
- Shahar Uzair (SMK Saujana Utama) – 7.5 points
- Muhamad Ainuddin Bin Mat Daud – 7 points
- Muhammad Mirza Bin Maarof (DBKL) – 7 points
Best Girl:
- Tasneem Binti Mohammad Razief Hakiem (SM Sains Seri Puteri) – 4.5 points
For a detailed view of the results, visit the Open Main Results.
Team Category
The Team Category highlighted strong performances, with schools vying for the top spots. The final team rankings are:
- Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah (SAS) – 22.5 points
- Sekolah Dato’ Abdul Razak Sere – 20.5 points
- SM Sains Alam Shah – 19 points
Full details can be found on the Open Team Results.
Under 12 Category
The Under 12 Category was a remarkable showcase of young talent, with spirited games throughout the tournament. The final individual rankings are:
- Zechariah Lim Ming Dao (SJKC Chung Kwok) – 7.5 points
- Elham Aryan Bin Mohd Faizal (SRAI Taman Keramat) – 7.5 points
- Dhia Medina Binti Mohamad Firdaus (SRAI Taman Keramat) – 7 points
Best Girl:
- Hana Insyirah Binti Mohamad Firdaus (SRAI Taman Keramat) – 5 points
Full details are available at Under 12 Main Results.
Under 12 Team Category
The Under 12 Team Category showcased excellent teamwork and strategy. The final team rankings are:
- SRAI Taman Keramat – 26 points
- SK TTDI 1 – 21.5 points
For more details, visit the Under 12 Team Results.
Conclusion
The ASCARD 2024 Chess Championship not only celebrated the game of chess but also brought together a community of passionate players and supporters. Congratulations to all participants for their exceptional performance and sportsmanship. We look forward to more such enriching events in the future.
Final Note
We extend our heartfelt thanks to YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Binti Dr. Wan Ismail for her invaluable support and for gracing the event with her presence. The tournament’s success is a testament to the dedication of the organizers, participants, and everyone involved.
