Second Stage of Turkmenistan Chess Grand Prix Held in Turkmenabat
Amul Info · · turkmenabat, lebap
The second stage of the Turkmenistan Chess Grand Prix took place in Turkmenabat from 1 to 10 November, bringing together 181 players from across the country. Shageldi Gurbandurdyyev won the open category, while Jennet Yalkanova claimed first place in the women’s competition. The tournament also…
According to Lebap.biz , the second stage of the Turkmenistan Chess Grand Prix took place in Turkmenabat from 1 to 10 November 2026. The competition was held at the “Bagtyyarlyk” Children’s Health and Recreation Centre and brought together 181 athletes from different parts of the country.
The nine-round tournament saw chess players compete for prize-winning places in both individual and team standings. Participants ranged in age from six to 18. The open category featured 125 players, while 56 competitors took part in the women’s category.
Şageldi Gurbandurdyyev, a school student from Dänew etrap and a Candidate for Master of Sport, delivered a successful performance in the open category. Scoring 8 points out of a possible 9, he won the tournament. Ilhan Charyyev took second place with 7.5 points, while FIDE Master Mergen Kakabayev finished third with 7 points.
In the women’s category, Jennet Yalkanova, representing Mary velayat, scored 8 points to take first place. Nurana Soyunova, a player from the “Küşt älemi” Academy, also earned 8 points and received the silver medal. Mähri Agamyradowa, representing Lebap velayat, won the bronze medal.
The tournament also determined the strongest players in seven age groups. Young participants had the opportunity to demonstrate their level of preparation and chess skills.