WFM is invited to Closed WIM Women Tournament in France


The secretary of the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess Martha Fierro let me know today that from the 19th to the 27th of February 2010 in the French town of Guingamp a closed women’s tournament with WIM norms will take place. The first game will start on the 19th of February at 3 p.m. The closing ceremony will be on the 27th of February at 4 p.m.

The organizers kindly offered the commission for women’s chess one spot for one participant with the title WFM and a rating of 2100 or higher. The organizers agree to provide full board for this participant. If you are interested in taking part in this event please send your application to Martha Fierro with copy to Alexandra Kosteniuk.

Posted by: Alexandra Kosteniuk
Women’s World Chess Champion