Western Asian Youth & Junior Chess Championship 2026 Underway in Ahmedabad

Championship Takes Shape in Ahmedabad

The Western Asian Youth & Junior (all categories) Chess Championship 2026 kicked off on 22 October in Ahmedabad and will continue through 31 October. The tournament, organised under the auspices of the All India Chess Federation (AICF), brings together young and junior players from across Western Asia to compete for regional titles in all age categories.

The event has been drawing significant attention from the chess community, with the AICF making arrangements for live coverage so fans and followers can track every game as it unfolds.

Live Broadcast Details

The AICF has released a dedicated live games link for the championship, hosted on Lichess. Spectators can follow all rounds across every category through a single broadcast page, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the multi-category event.

• All categories live stream available on Lichess
• Event runs from 22 October to 31 October 2026
• Hosted at Ahmedabad, Gujarat
• Official update channel: All India Chess Federation (AICF)

A Showcase for Emerging Talent

Youth and junior championships serve as critical platforms for developing players looking to establish themselves on the international circuit. The Western Asian Youth & Junior Championship, held across all categories, provides a structured competitive environment where promising talents can test their skills against peers from across the region.

With the tournament still in progress, participants will continue to battle through the remaining rounds over the coming days, with several more stages yet to be played before the event concludes on 31 October.

Looking Ahead

Performance in this championship could prove pivotal for young chess players aiming to qualify for higher-level competitions. As the rounds progress, the standings will sharpen and the contenders for each category will begin to emerge.

Chess enthusiasts interested in following the action can access the live games through the official AICF-announced Lichess broadcast link.

Source

This report is based on information published by All India Chess Federation (AICF).

Official source: https://aicf.in/live-games-link-for-western-asian-youth-junior-all-categories-chess-championship-2026/