Chess Festival

These days, Herceg Novi is hosting the biggest event of the Montenegrin chess scene. In the Igalo Institute, on May 1st, the unified league competitions of the Chess Federation of Montenegro were opened, bringing together over 430 chess players from 12 countries. During the next eight days, the best in Montenegrin chess will compete for titles in the Premier, First, Second, Women's and Pioneer Leagues.

The chess league was opened on behalf of the Government of Montenegro by the Minister of Culture and Media, Tamara Vujović, saying that by organizing this event, the National Chess Association, the local administration and the new club confirmed their commitment to the development of this sport and the affirmation of Herceg Novi as a city of chess.

"Herceg Novi once again confirms its commitment to this ancient game, which knows neither borders nor differences, which teaches us patience, strategy and respect for the opponent", Vujović pointed out.

As she said, this event is important for chess players, but also for all those who believe that culture and sports together build a strong society: "The Ministry of Culture and Media will continue to support initiatives that promote the values ​​of knowledge and fair play, especially when they take place in environments that nurture togetherness, such as Herceg Novi."

On behalf of the Municipality of Herceg Novi, Mitar Kisjelica, assistant secretary for social activities and international cooperation, greeted the competitors and organizers: "Herceg Novi is hosting league competitions for the third time. This cooperation continues and grows, for which I would especially like to thank the Chess Federation, which recognized the Municipality of Herceg Novi as a serious partner. I hope that in the coming years we will gather together, that the quality of the competition will continue to grow and that we will have more and more pioneers."

The President of the Chess Federation of Montenegro, Jovan Milović, thanked the host, the Herceg Novi 1949 Chess Club and the club's secretary, Miloš Bubanjia, for their hospitality, as well as everyone who helped make the competition well organized.

"It is particularly important that 15 teams participate in the pioneer league. Our youngest and best chess players will be able to learn from older colleagues and gain new experiences," said Milović. As he stated, the participation of the complete men's and women's national selection, as well as the famous rivalry between the clubs in the Premier League, guarantee that a real chess spectacle will take place in Herceg Novi in ​​the coming days.

The organizer of the event is the Chess Federation of Montenegro, and the host is the Chess Club of Herceg Novi 1949. The sponsors are the Ministry of Sports and Youth and the Municipality of Herceg Novi, and the partner of the competition is the Tourist Organization of Herceg Novi.

The competitions last until May 8, and chess fans can enjoy the games thanks to the live broadcasts of the matches of the Premier League and the First League, the Women's League, as well as the most interesting duels from the Second League.