Remembering Ahmad Shafruddin Arshad: A Tribute to a Remarkable Leader

 

Dear CAS members & friends,

 

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Ahmad Shafruddin Arshad, a cherished and influential figure in the Chess Association of Selangor. Ahmad departed from us on 8 August 2024 at 7:30 AM, following a brave fight against cancer.

Ahmad’s journey with our association began in a role that many might overlook: as a devoted father supporting his two talented sons in the world of chess. His initial involvement laid the foundation for what would become a legacy of dedicated service. Ahmad’s unwavering commitment soon led him to take on significant roles within our organization. From 2000 to 2015, he served as our Association President, and his leadership continued as Vice President from 2015 to 2024.

Throughout his tenure, Ahmad was a beacon of trustworthiness, reliability, and diplomacy. His approach to leadership and his ability to navigate complex situations with grace significantly benefited our association. His contributions helped shape our growth and success, and his absence leaves a void that will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of working with him.

As we grieve the loss of Ahmad, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family. His memory and the impact he made on the Chess Association of Selangor will remain a guiding light and a source of inspiration for all of us. Ahmad’s legacy will forever be a cherished part of our community.

With deepest sympathy,

LIM TSE PIN 

Honorary Secretary 

Chess Association of Selangor

National Inter School Chess Championship 2024 to be held on 11th and 12th May 2024

The Malaysian Chess Federation has taken the initiative to introduce the first ever National Inter School Chess Championship 2024 to be held on 11th and 12th May 2024. Partnered and hosted by IGB International School (IGBIS) located in Sungai Buloh, the 2 day event will be contested using a standard time control of 30 minutes + 30 seconds over 6 rounds of play.

MCF is honored to have the IGB International School as its newest partner in introducing the first ever event to crown the best Primary and Secondary Chess School in Malaysia. Named the MCF – IGBIS National Inter School Team Chess Championship 2024, the purpose of the event is to crown the best Primary and Secondary School Chess Team in Malaysia, and the option to become the country’s official representative to the 2024 edition of the World School Team Championship. 

The event is limited to 64 primary school teams and 64 secondary school teams with IGB International school itself given a single slot each to participate in the tournament. 

Each state chess association will be given the option to name no more than 2 primary and 2 secondary schools to take part in the event with the balance 33 teams for each the primary and secondary category to be selected from open entries. Teams applying via Open entry will be selected based on the top 33 average rating points of its best 4 players (FIDE Rating or National Rating equivalent), and unrated players will be given a default rating of 1400 as per FIDE current ruling. Additional open slots will be available should the State association decided to nominate lesser slots to represent their state.

MCF Requirements as follows must be fulfilled:

1. For primary schools, all players must be below the age of 12 (Born on or after 1st

January 2012), and for secondary schools, all players must be under the age of 18 (Born on or after 1st January 2006). 

2. Each school is allowed to field at least 4 players (as main players) with no more than 2 reserves. For coed schools – schools that have both boys and girls students, at least one of the player playing in the main line up must be of the opposite gender, while single gender schools are waived from this requirement.

3. School Eligibility: The tournament is only opened to primary and secondary schools that are registered in Malaysia.

4. Player Eligibility: Each player playing in the tournament must have a valid MCF ID, while FIDE ID is not a requirement.

State Representatives

Each State is allowed to send 2 Official Entries for Primary School Category and 2 Official Entries for Secondary School Category.

The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-

(i) CAS Qualification for Primary School: A minimum average rating of 1450 rating points (FIDE or MCF Rating Apr 2024 release for its best 4 players) {Unrated player will be counted as 1400 rating points  as per FIDE current ruling};

(ii) CAS Qualification for Secondary School: A minimum average rating of 1500 rating points (FIDE or MCF Rating Apr 2024 release for its best 4 players) {Unrated player will be counted as 1400 rating points  as per FIDE current ruling};

 

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangor Schools who wish to apply for the 2 Primary School slots and 2 Secondary School slots. CAS will award these slots based on the highest average rating applications (based on FIDE Rating April 2024 / MCF Rating April 2024 release) plus current school achievements at MSSD level. Please email the registration form that can be obtained from  (https://malaysiachess.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IGBIS-Inter-School-2024-Registration-Form.pdf) and List down school current achievements at MSSD level to selangorchess@gmail.com and tsepin@gmail.com with the email title (School Name and CATEGORY TYPE) by 12th April 2024 (Friday) for selection purposes.

All players from the school must have MCF ID before submission to CAS. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: School with players WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS

School nominated by State Association is 

RM 250 per school team.

The selected schools will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected school will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 19th April 2024 (Friday) “CAS requirement".

All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

For more details, please refer to

https://malaysiachess.org/announcement/mcf-igb-is-national-inter-school-team-chess-championship-2024/

Malaysian Chess Championship 2024 – 21st to 25th April 2024 – Pontian, Johor

The Malaysian Chess Federation will be organizing the 2024 edition of the Malaysian Chess Championship from 21st to 25th April 2024 at Dewan Jubli Intan Pontian, Pontian, Johor.

State Representatives

The Malaysian Chess Federation will only accept entries submitted using the State Official Entry Forms that needs to be approved, endorsed, and signed by the President and/or the Secretary of the respective State Affiliate.

Each State is allowed to send 2 Official Entries for Open and 2 Official Entries for Women Category (fulfilling minimum rating level).

The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-

(i) CAS Qualification for OPEN CATEGORY: A minimum rating level of FIDE STANDARD 1600

(ii) CAS Qualification FOR WOMEN CATEGORY : A minimum rating level of FIDE STANDARD 1400

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 2 Open and 2 Women slots. CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard April 2024 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com and tsepin@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, FIDE ID, FIDE RTG, MCF ID and CATEGORY TYPE) by 2nd April 2024 (Tuesday) for selection purposes.

Applicant must have MCF ID. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: Applicant WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS

The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 7th April 2024 (Sunday).

All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

STATE REPRESENTATIVE

FOR OPEN CATEGORY

(i)  FIDE STANDARD RATING 2000 and ABOVE RM80

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 120

(iii) BETWEEN 1600 and 1800 RM 200

FOR WOMEN CATEGORY

(i)  FIDE STANDARD RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 80

(iii) BETWEEN 1600 and 1800 RM 120

(iv) BELOW 1600 RM200

For more details, please refer to

https://malaysiachess.org/announcement/pontian-johor-is-set-to-host-the-malaysian-chess-championship-2024-21st-25th-april-2024/

Calling for Players for the Selangor SUKMA 2024 Squad

According to the Malaysia Chess Federation (MCF) website, we are pleased to announce that SUKMA 2024 will be happening on 17-24 August 2024 in Sarawak. Chess Association of Selangor (CAS) has formed a Project Team with FM Lim Zhuo Ren appointed as Manager. Selection Panel has also been formed to select the best chess players to represent Selangor in SUKMA 2024.

We are now selecting players for Selangor Squad Stage 1 for Classical, Rapid and Blitz format.  Players who have been selected are expected to demonstrate full commitment towards preparation of SUKMA 2024. 

Take note of the following:

• Application is free, however only limited spots are available. 
• Closing date for application is by 6pm on 18th August 2023. 
• The selection panel will consider various aspects in the selection exercise and decision of Selection Panel is FINAL.
• Successful candidates will be notified by CAS Project Team not later than 31st August 2023. 

Eligibility:

You must be born between 2003 and 2012 and meet any of the following criteria:

• Your school/college is in Selangor.
• Residence address is in Selangor.
•  IC number indicates born in Selangor

Selection Criteria (Minimum Requirement for Application):

• Male Players: FIDE (ELO Classical) rating or CMP (Basic Standard) above 1800 
• Female Players: FIDE (ELO Classical) rating above 1300 or CMP (Basic Standard) above 1200

  * To generate CMP (Basic Standard) score, please follow the steps below:

1)     Go to https://mcf-cmp-analysis.netlify.app/

2)     Key in period: Aug 2023

3)     Click 'Add Player', enter your FIDE ID and select 'Search'

4)     When your details are displayed, click 'ADD'

5)     Key in your CMP (Standard) score

 

It will be added advantage if you possess the following:

• High commitment and a strong desire to learn     
• Good team spirit

While meeting the selection criteria is essential, it does not guarantee a spot on the team. Players who are not qualified for stage 1 may still try later, as we plan to have stage 2 selection around December 2023/January 2024.

 

Application Process:

Fill in the application form https://forms.gle/sWLHcjooQeaXHpGy8 and submit by 6pm, 18th August 2023.

 

Let's team up and aim for the best for Selangor!

Malaysian Chess Championship 2023: Selangor Representatives

FM Lim Zhuo Ren (elo 2294) will spearhead Selangor Team as he earned a direct entry into the event as past edition Champion. Meanwhile, CAS will extend the Four Official Entries in the OPEN Category to

1. Anderson Ang (elo 2127), 

2. Mohd Saprin Sabri (elo 1996), 

3. Kaushal Khandhar (elo 1936), and 

4. Ismail Ahmad (elo 1876).

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS
The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in the entry fees into MCF bank account by 22nd April 2023 (SATURDAY) and email the slip to mcfsecretariat@malaysiachess.org and selangorchess@gmail.com.

All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

STATE REPRESENTATIVE

FOR OPEN CATEGORY

(i) FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 50

47th Selangor Open (26/5 - 31/5): Prospectus

CAS will be organizing the Oldest Chess Tournament in the country from 26th May to 31st May. This year we will be celebrating 47th edition of our event that has a very colorful history since its first inception in 1974. This event will be divided into 2 Categories i.e. an Open Section and a Challenger Section.

This 9-round Open Section with the time control 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment from move 1 that comprises of RM 13,750/= cash prize for the Top 20 winners (Champion RM 4,000), plus another RM 3,000/= cash prize awaiting 15 winners in Special Prizes, and 12 Medals for the Best Schools / IPT in Malaysia. This Open section is open to all.

Free entry shall be given to any WIM/WGM/IM/GM and past Selangor Open Champions who sign-up in the Open section. 

While, the Challenger Section with the same number of rounds and time control with RM 3,900/= cash prize for Top 10 winners, RM 1,000/= cash prize awaiting 9 top winners from FIDE Rating Ceiling categories and 3 best Ladies, and 12 Medals for Best Primary Schools in Malaysia.

This Challenger section is open to participant with FIDE Standard Elo below 1800 rating (May 2023 release) or no FIDE rating.

This event will be held at KL Gateway Mall. Any outstation participants who need accommodation at Cititel Hotel, please liaise with DAT Chess Centre (012-8480980) at special rate (One-night Superior room for 2 pax with breakfast @ RM220 nett). 

CAS has appointed DAT Chess Centre as Event Manager for this event. DAT Chess Centre will be handling the Registration and Payment processes. All payments shall be paid into DAT Chess Centre Maybank account: 5145-9822-0396.

Click here for the Registration Link  

Rebate shall be given to players who register with payment BY 1st May 2023 (Monday) in OPEN section for both Individual and School-going Children (4 and above from the same school), and while  School-going Children (4 and above from the same school) in the CHALLENGER section. Meanwhile,  OKU participants who take part in Challenger Section is entitled to 25% discount if register BY 1st May 2023.

47th Selangor Open Registration Fees Structure:

47th Selangor Open Challenger Registration Fees Structure: 

You may download a copy of the OPEN section and Challenger section prospectus.

Malaysian Chess Championship 2023 – 3rd To 7th May 2023 – Taiping, Perak

The Malaysian Chess Federation will be organizing the 2023 edition of the Malaysian Chess Championship from 3rd to 7th May 2023 at Flemington Hotel, Taiping, Perak.

State Representatives
The Malaysian Chess Federation will only accept entries submitted using the State Official Entry Forms that needs to be approved, endorsed, and signed by the President and/or the Secretary of the respective State Affiliate.

Each State is allowed to send 4 Official Entries for Open and 2 Official Entries for  Women Category (fulfilling minimum rating level).

The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-
(i) CAS Qualification for OPEN CATEGORY: A minimum rating level of FIDE 1600
(ii) CAS Qualification FOR WOMEN CATEGORY : A minimum rating level of FIDE 1600

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 4 Open and 2 Women slots. CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard April 2023 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, FIDE ID, FIDE RTG, MCF ID and CATEGORY TYPE) by 9th April (Sunday) for selection purposes.

Applicant must have MCF ID. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: Applicant WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS
The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 22nd April 2023.

All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia
Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

STATE REPRESENTATIVE
FOR OPEN CATEGORY
(i)  FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C
(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 50
(iii) BELOW 1800 RATING RM 100

FOR WOMEN CATEGORY
(i)  FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C
(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 40
(iii) BELOW 1800 RATING RM 80

For more details, please refer to https://malaysiachess.org/news/malaysian-chess-championship-2023-3rd-to-7th-may-2023-taiping-perak/

NATIONAL CHALLENGER CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 (Below 1600 And UNRATED)

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 4 Open slots allocated to each State. Refer here for the infosheet (https://malaysiachess.org/news/national-chess-challenger-2022/). 

CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard May 2022 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number) by 25th May (Wednesday) for selection purposes.

The selected candidates will have to bank in  the entry fees into HEROSIFU CHESS ACADEMY  bank account by 29th May 2022. 

All payment to be credited to the following bank account: 

Account Name  : HEROSIFU CHESS ACADEMY 
Account Number : CIMB / 8603823491

Entry Fees
OPEN Category
Players with MCF ID - RM 150 per player.

Please ensure that player has both FIDE ID and MCF ID prior to registering. If you do not have MCF ID, you need to register with MCF first before submitting application to CAS.  

Malaysian Chess Championship from 8th to 12th June 2022

The Malaysian Chess Federation will be organizing the 2022 edition of the Malaysian Chess Championship from 8th to 12th June 2022 – which coincides with the mid-year school break, at Hotel Tenera, Bangi.

State Representatives
The Malaysian Chess Federation will only accept entries submitted using the State Official Entry Forms that needs to be approved, endorsed, and signed by the President and/or the Honorary Secretary of the respective State Affiliate.

Each State is allowed to send 4 Official Entries for Open and 2 Official Entries for  Women Category (fulfilling minimum rating level). 1 Open and 1 Women (who didn't fulfil the minimum rating level).

The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-
Open Qualification : A minimum rating level of FIDE 1600
Women Qualification : A minimum rating level of FIDE 1400

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 4 Open and 2 Women slots. CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard May 2022 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, and Category Type) by 19th May (Thursday) for selection purposes.

For those who did not meet the FIDE Rating level set by MCF, CAS shall award the slots (1 Open and 1 Women) to the player who have outstanding tournament achievements (Jan 2020 to May 2022) especially FIDE standard rating events. Your FIDE Standard ratings shall be an important benchmark too. Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, Category Type and List of tournament achievements since Jan 2020) by 19th May (Thursday) for selection purposes.

The selected candidates will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 29th May 2022. 

All payment to be credited to the following bank account: 

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia
Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

Entry Fees
OPEN Category
Players with MCF ID - RM 120 per player 
Players without MCF ID - RM 150 per player  

WOMEN Category
Players with MCF ID - RM 100 per player 

Players without MCF ID - RM 125 per player

46th Selangor Open 2019 -Final Results

The Filipinos and top fide rated players made a 1-2 finish through IM Pascua Haridas and GM Laylo Darwin. Indonesian FM Andyka Pitra losing only to the two top players took the 3rd placing to break the Filipino domination. A commendable achievement was Selangor Junior player Amir Ghaazi Mohd Saprin who shot into 5th place just behind seasoned campaigner FM Dimakiling Oliver

Indonnesian player Roy Marpaung had a scare with a 6th round loss but held on to emerge Champion in the Challenger Category..Malaysian player See Hooi Chin took the 2nd spot and another local Lim Jing Hng was placed 3rd.

Once again thank you to the Sponsors IGB Corporation Berhad, Patron Dato' Tan Chin Nam Foundation and Official Hotel & Venue Cititel MidValley. Equally important are both the local and foreign participants as well as the organizers contributing to the continued success of this Tournament

46th Selangor Open Chess Championship 2019 Incident

There was an incident during the 4th Round of the 46th Selangor Open Chess Championships 2019 being held in Kuala Lumpur.

A Malaysian player, Mohd Syukur Razali playing against Ian Udani from Philippines was caught with a mobile phone with the position on the board reflected on the mobile.

He was immediately disqualified and withdrawn from the event.

As per FIDE regulations, his results from the earlier rounds stands, as there was no proof he cheated in those games.

Further announcements will be made after the conclusion of the event.

FIDE Regulations:
In an individual Open tournament, the offender shall be excluded from the final ranking. Each of the offender’s games shall be considered a loss, but the score for the opponent shall remain unchanged. All games shall be reported as unplayed.

We will comply with all FIDE regulations concerning cheating. All the games he played on this tournament will not be included for rating purpose.

The Summit USJ 8th Juniors Open Chess Tournament on 23 June 2019

The Organiser, The Summit USJ, continues to hold the Juniors Open Chess Tournament @ The Summit USJ for the 6th consecutive years. This one-day tournament shall be divided into 4 categories namely Under-8, Under-10, Under-12 and Under-16. This event is to be held on 23RD JUNE 2019 (SUNDAY).

These 4 categories shall have an accumulated cash prize of RM 2,000 to be distributed among 40 prizewinners. The Champion in each Category shall be receiving RM 150 Cash + Medal + Certificate of Achievements. On top of the main prizes, there will be additional 5 prizes for The Most Promising Girls in each category. In addition, there are Best School Prizes (Gold Silver, Bronze) for each category. Eligibility for Best School: A minimum of 4 players per school in same category.

The entry fee for each person is RM 40/=. The first 80 players who registered with payment shall be entitled to attend a chess workshop / simultaneous to be held at the same location one day earlier (22ND JUNE 4PM). Any registration after closing date (15TH JUNE 2019) shall be charged double as late administration fee (subject to availability of seats). Payment method, please bank into DAT Chess Centre (MAYBANK CURRENT ACCOUNT 5145-9822-0396)

Due to limited seats available, you need to register yourself as quickly as possible by registering at google form. For any enquiries [WhatsApp ONLY] Ms. Joanavene (018 – 2298030) OR En. Hamid Majid (019 – 315 8098).

Click here to download the document for viewing purposes. 

TAKE NOTE: Registration MUST BE DONE via google form ONLY.

Pertandingan Catur PEBT Zon 16 on 25th May 2019

The details are as follows:

Date: 25th May 2019

Time: 8am - 6pm (Round 1 at 9am)

Venue: 3K Sports Complex, Subang

Event Format: 8 Swiss Rounds

Time Control: 15 mins + 5 secs

Registration form: https://bit.ly/PEBTCatur  

46th Selangor Open Chess Tournament 2019

Malaysia'soldest and longest running Chess Tournament kicks off today.

Some 200 participants are gathered here in Cititel Mid Valley Kuala Lumpur to compete in this prestigious annual Tournament. Alongside regular players from the Philippines are those from Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Turkmenistan, India , Switzerland and the US. This will be a good opportunity for the local players to gauge our playing depths as well as experience fresh approaches in repertoire, strategies and styles


To all the players good luck and enjoy, and to the Sponsors and Organizers a Big Thank You

46th Selangor Open: New Closing Date on 21st April 2019

The new Closing Date for 46th Selangor Open is 21st April 2019.

For those who still want to join, please register yourself ASAP.  We will reply to your email soonest possible.

If there is any registration that yet to receive a reply from us, please send a reminder to us via email.

46th Selangor Open (26/4 - 1/5): Prospectus

CAS will be organizing the Oldest Chess Tournament in the country from 26th April to 1st May. This year we will be celebrating 46 continuous years of our event that has a very colorful history since its first inception in 1974.  This event will be divided into 2 Categories i.e. an Open Section and a Challenger Section.

This 9-round Open Section with the time control 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment from move 1 that comprises of RM 21,000/= cash prize for the Top 20 winners (Champion RM 6,000), plus another RM 3,000/= cash prize awaiting 15 winners in Special Prizes, and 12 Medals for the Best Schools / IPT in Malaysia. This Open section is open to all.

Free entry shall be given to any WIM/WGM/IM/GM and past Selangor Open Champions who sign-up in the Open section. 

While, the Challenger Section with the same number of rounds and time control with RM 3,900/= cash prize for Top 10 winners, RM 1,000/= cash prize awaiting 9 top winners from FIDE Rating Ceiling categories and 3 best Ladies, and 12 Medals for Best Primary Schools in Malaysia.

This Challenger section is open to participant with FIDE Standard Elo below 2000 rating (April 2019 release) or no FIDE rating 

This event will be held at Grand Ballroom, 5th floor, Cititel Mid Valley Hotel, KL. Any outstation participants who need accommodation at Cititel Hotel, please liaise with En. Hamid Majid (aham@pc.jaring.asia) at special rate (One-night twin sharing with breakfast @ RM272 nett). Alternatively, you can book the room via one of the online web portals.

CAS has appointed DAT Chess Centre as Event Manager for this event. DAT Chess Centre will be handling the Registration and Payment processes. All payments shall be paid into DAT Chess Centre Maybank account: 5145-9822-0396.

Rebate shall be given to players who register with payment for OPEN section, both Individual and (4 and above from the same school) School-going Children for OPEN section, and (4 and above from the same school) School-going Children for CHALLENGER section By 8th April 2019 (Monday). While, OKU participants who take part in OPEN Section is entitled to lowest bracket rate in Individual entrance fee of respective category based on the timeline of registration.

You may download a copy of the OPEN Section prospectus or the Challenger Section prospectus.

The Open Section Infosheet:

The Challenger Section Infosheet:

The Malaysian Chess Championship 2018 - Selection for Selangor Representatives

CAS will extend the Official Entries for the Men Category to Chan Kim Yew and FM Lim Zhuo Ren. While, the Women category shall be spearheaded  by WFM Puteri Rifqah Fahada Azhar and WFM Nur Nabila Azman Hisham.

As for the Wild Card Entries for Men category is Muhd Fikri Farizal. Please pay the registration fee RM150 into MCF CIMB Account (8000 64 9725) by 10th June (Sunday) and email to selangorchess @gmail.com [Both the bank-in slip and click here to download the entry form for Men]. Player must make own arrangement to purchase bus ticket and accommodation.

Click here if there is any new application for Wild Card Women category.

The Malaysian Chess Championship 2018 - Selection for Selangor Representatives [Please write in]

The Malaysian ChessChampionship is scheduled from 28th June to 3^rd July 2018 at Kampus Sultan Idris Shah, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, 35900 Tanjong Malim Perak.

Each State is allowed to send 2 Official Entries for both Men and Women Category (fulfilling min FIDE rating criteria), and 1 Official IPTA Entry for both Men and Women Category, and 4 Wild Card State Entries (do not need to fulfil minimum rating criteria) which is treated as Extra State Entries for both Men and Women Category. Each State can also send as many Extra State Entries as long as they fulfil the rating criteria.

The criteria for Official State Entries and Extra State Entries (except Wild Card Entries) as follows:-

Men Qualification       : A minimum rating level of either FIDE 1600

Women Qualification : A minimum rating level of either FIDE 1350

CAS will extend invitation to (2 Men and 2 Women) based on the recent 45^th Selangor Open results and Selangor players with highest elo rating (based on FIDE May 2018 release active list). CAS will notify the players via email and hp by 29th May 2018. Acceptance by the players must be done within 2 days. CAS will pay the Registration fee and provide 6-night Accommodation at UPSI with allowances to all Official Entries. However, the Official Entries need to pay their own bus ticket.

For the IPTA Official Entries, CAS awards the slots (1 Man and 1 Woman) to the highest FIDE-rated players based on May 2018 release (must fulfil the minimum FIDE rating set by MCF). The players shall be representing the state where he/she is currently studying. Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name and H/p Number) by 6th June (Wednesday) for selection purposes. The result of the selection will be published on this website on 7th June. The selected players must pay the registration fee i.e. RM50 each into MCF CIMB Account (8000 64 9725) by 10th June (Sunday) and make own arrangement to purchase the bus ticket and accommodation.

For the Wild Card State Entries, CAS awards the slots (4 Men and 4 Women) to the highest FIDE-rated players based on May 2018 release (who did not fulfil the minimum FIDE rating set by MCF). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name and H/p Number) by 6th June (Wednesday) for selection purposes. The result of the selection will be published on this website on 7th June. The selected players must pay the registration fee i.e. RM150 each into MCF CIMB Account (8000 64 9725) by 10th June (Sunday) and make own arrangement to purchase the bus ticket and accommodation.

For the Extra State Entries, player who has qualified the rating criteria (Minimum elo 1600 for Men and elo 1350 for Women) who would like to join, please write-in to CAS (selangorchess@gmail.com) by 13th June (Wednesday) for endorsement purposes. The player must pay the registration fee i.e. RM100 into MCF CIMB Account (8000 64 9725) by 17th June (Sunday) and make own arrangement to purchase the bus ticket and accommodation. (Take note that the Registration fee for Direct registration with MCF without going through State Association is RM200.)

BORNEO INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL 2018 (BICC 2018)

The Sabah Chess Association and Sabah Chess Academy will be organising Borneo International Chess Championship (Open) and Borneo International Chess Championship (Junior) in conjunction with the Borneo Chess Festival on 4th - 5th August 2018 at Likas Square Hotel and Apartment, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.

Please find the attached Prospectus for Junior and Open.

Registration for early bird will close on 20th June 2018 (entitled to receive limited edition of BICC merchandise) and final registration closing date is on 20th July 2018.

Should you need any further assistance, please contact "Sabah Chess Association and Sabah Chess Academy" via email to bicc2018.secretariat@gmail.com or at +6012 810 7388.

45th Selangor Open & Challenger Chess Tournament 2018 - Results

Main Category - Selangor Open 2018 Results

Another successful outing with good turnout of participation from both the local and international players.IM Llneza Vega Marcos from Spain emerged Champion in the Open Category. IM Pascoa Haridas took the Second spot and last year's winner IM Dimakiling Oliver was Third. The Malaysians put up a strong performance with Chan Kim Yew in 9th position followed by Lye Lik Zang in 10th postion. Both scored 6 1/2 points but lost out in tie-break to the  other winners in 4th to 8th positions. Four other Malaysians Mohd Saprin Sabri, Ng Tze Han, Cheah Kah Hoe and Sim Jia Ru were also among the top 20 winners

In the Challenger Category Puteri Munajjah Az Zahraa Azhar emerged Champion with  1/2 point ahead of Indonesian WFM Putri Regita Desyari. In Third place  was Mukhriez Shah Mahmood Shah with 7 points.

Challenger 2018 Results

Winners in The Challenger category in pictures