MARGAO

The 6th edition of the Late Venkatesh and Sumathi Shanbhag Rolling Trophy Chess Tournament, organized by the Mormugao Taluka Chess Association (MTCA), successfully concluded on October 19, at St. Theresa's Hall, Mangor Hill. The two-day rapid chess event, held in memory of Sukant Shanbhag’s parents, saw participation from 252 players across Goa.

The tournament was inaugurated on October 18. Chief Sponsor and Guest Sukant Shanbhag expressed appreciation for the event as a heartfelt tribute to his parents. He was joined by MTCA officials—President Sujan Sukhtankar, Secretary Deepak Gawas, and Treasurer Mukesh Adhia.

The event was conducted smoothly under the guidance of Chief Arbiter IA Swapnil Hoble and Deputy Chief Arbiter FA Tanishq Kavlekar.

The prize distribution ceremony on

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