- Armenian chess player Maria Gevorgyan defeated Turkish opponent Ekaterina Atalik at the European Women’s Championship.
- Anna Khachatryan of Armenia won against Azerbaijani player Ayan Allahverdiyeva.
- Several other Armenian female chess players also secured victories in the 6th round in Rhodes, Greece.
- Elina Danielyan and Lilit Mkrtchyan are among the top performers heading into the 7th round.
- The tournament features a rest day before the next round.
Armenian Chess Players Shine in European Women’s Championship Round 6
Rhodes, Greece – Armenian female chess players demonstrated strong performances in the 6th round of the European Women’s Individual Chess Championship taking place in Rhodes, Greece. The round, which concluded before a scheduled rest day on Sunday, saw multiple victories for the Armenian representatives, including notable wins against players from Turkey and Azerbaijan.
Maria Gevorgyan secured a significant victory against Turkish chess player Ekaterina Atalik. This win adds to Gevorgyan’s tally in the tournament, showcasing her competitive spirit and skill on the European stage.
Another notable win came from Anna Khachatryan, who triumphed over her opponent from Azerbaijan, Ayan Allahverdiyeva. This victory is particularly significant given the historical sporting rivalry between the two nations.
Overall Success for Armenian Contingent
Beyond these key victories, several other Armenian female chess players also emerged victorious in the 6th round. Elina Danielyan, Lilit Mkrtchyan, Susanna Gaboyan, Sona Krkyasharyan, and Gabriela Harutyunyan all secured wins, contributing to an overall successful day for the Armenian team. Mariam Mkrtchyan managed to draw her game, earning half a point for Armenia, while Ani Nahapetyan was the only Armenian player who did not score in this round.
Standings Ahead of Round 7
Following the 6th round, Elina Danielyan and Lilit Mkrtchyan are positioned strongly in the tournament standings, each with 4.5 points. Danielyan currently holds the 6th position, while Mkrtchyan is in 11th place. Maria Gevorgyan, Anna Khachatryan, and Susanna Gaboyan have each accumulated 4.0 points.
The players will now observe a rest day before commencing the 7th round of the European Women’s Individual Chess Championship. The strong performance in the 6th round indicates a promising outlook for the Armenian team as the tournament progresses.