In the realm of intellectual sports, Guyana’s eight-member chess team showcased their strategic prowess at the Inter-Guiana Games 2023, securing a commendable second-place finish on the chess board.
The competition featured teams from Suriname, French Guiana, and Guyana, each vying for supremacy in this mind-challenging discipline.
Suriname emerged as the ultimate victor, clinching the gold medal, while French Guiana secured the bronze.
Guyana’s chess enthusiasts had to settle for the silver medal after a series of competitive matches.
The female chess team from Guyana faced a formidable opponent in Suriname, resulting in a 1-3 loss.
Despite their best efforts, the Surinamese players demonstrated strategic prowess, securing the gold for their team.
On the other hand, the male chess team from Guyana triumphed over French Guiana with a decisive score of 3.5 to 0.5, contributing significantly to the country’s overall standing in the competition.
In the final match of the tournament, the Guyanese male chess team engaged in a tough battle against Suriname.
However, the Surinamese players proved to be formidable opponents, ultimately emerging victorious in this cerebral sport.
Although the gold medal remained elusive for Guyana in chess, the silver medal is a testament to the team’s dedication, strategic thinking, and overall excellence in the intellectual arena of the Inter-Guiana Games.