Open Section
In a surprising turn of events, young Italian FM Altini Nicola stunned Super GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and starred in A.S.D. Arrocco Chess Club’s surprise draw against top-seeds ‘Obiettivo Risarcimento Padova’. The third and fouth board players for Arrocco – FM Boscolo and untitled Cappai – also came to the party as they drew GMs Vocaturo and Mogranzini respectively.
Despite this setback, O.R. Padova comfortably lead the pack with 9 match-points, followed by four teams on 7 points.
Complete Round 5 Results: http://www.chess-results.com/tnr166264.aspx?lan=1&art=3&rd=5&wi=821
Women’s Section:
After 3 rounds, A.S.D. Circolo Scacchi and S.S. Lazio Scacchi lead the table with 6 match-points each. The teams will clash today in a crucial last round encounter.
Complete Round 3 Results: http://www.chess-results.com/tnr166271.aspx?lan=1&art=3&rd=3&wi=821