Local players in action

Congress 2023 Day 1

Drogheda Congress Update 03/06/23 2359hrs

A mixed day for local players in round 1 & 2 of the Congress. The day started well with 5 wins and one draw for of the players in the Murray Challengers: Frank Doyle, Ben Reillly, Oisin Lynch, James Doyle and Rordan Fagan were the victors and Arjun Kunder drew. Not such good news in …

Congress Update 02/06/23 2359hrs

Its all systems go as the Congress kicks off in 10 hours time with a record 135 entries. The breakdown is as follows: Thomson Masters 12 O'Boyle Major 31 Fox Minor 24 Murray Challengers 68 For pairings click here: https://chess-results.com/Tnr731372.aspx?lan=1

Congress Update 01/06/23 2359hrs

Following a solid 5 hour stint by the team today we're almost there. The venue is almost ready, eBoards tested, Analysis room set out and 1st round fixtures published. Pairings: https://chess-results.com/tnr731372.aspx?lan=1&art=0

Drogheda Congress Update 30/05/23

With just one day before the reduced entry fee expires, this years Congress has exceeded the wildest dreams of the organisers with 122 confirmed entries at 2359 hrs on 30/05/23. Stephen Brady, the 2019 Champion, has confirmed his intention to defend his title, bringing the top section to a healthy 12 players. The continuous growth …

Drogheda Congress Update 29/05/23

Its all systems go with a record 111 entries received to date with 4 days to the start on Saturday morning. Our squad of 13 players will be hoping to be among the prize winners on Monday next at 7pm. Best of luck guys.

Drogheda Congress Update

Entries have now exceeded 100, making this year's tournament the largest in the history of the Congress. With another 6 days until the start of proceedings, organisers are predicting an entry of 120. To avail of the reduced entry fee, entries must be made on or before Wednesday 31st May.

Fixtures 30/05/23

The final match of the Senior Championship takes place on Tuesday Next when Philip Mitchell plays white against Thierry Brearley. While the outcome wont affect the destination of the title, there are valuable rating points at stake.

DROGHEDA Chess Congress

There are just seven days to avail of the reduced entry fee for the Congress. (The entry fee increases after 1st June) With 86 entries confirmed it’s looking like the initial target of 100 entries may be reached. The action kicks off on Saturday 3rd June in St. Mary’s Parish Primary School, Bryanstown Crossroute, Drogheda, …