With a handful of days left for the Chess Olympiad, the crazy for the marquee event has gone through the roof. But wait, don't you think something is missing?
The OFFICIAL ANTHEM!
Check it out!
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We all look up to the legendary mascot of the 44th Chess Olympiad, Thambi!
But have you ever wondered who he looks up to you? It's none other than the famous Tamil stalwart actor Rajinikanth, whom he fondly addresses as "big bro"! 😍
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The inaugural ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad was graced with the presence of some big dignitaries in the form of the Honourable Prime Minister of India
@narendramodi
, the Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu,
@mkstalin
and a host of other ministers 💯
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கர்நாடக மாநிலம் பெல்லாரியில் நடைபெற்ற 'இந்திய ஓபன் ஜம்ப்ஸ் 2023 ' மும்முறை தாண்டுதல் போட்டியில் தமிழக தடகள வீரர் பிரவீன் சித்ரவேல் 17.17 மீட்டர் தாண்டி புதிய சாதனை படைத்துள்ளார்.
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Randa Sedar from Palestine melts all our hearts 💕
8-year-old Randa Sedar is the youngest participant in the ongoing 44th Chess Olympiad and she's already impressed us ❤️
Isn't she absolutely adorable? 😍 Leave your wishes for her in the comments below 👇
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Do you think Chess is played only on the land? Well, you are mistaken!🌟
While Thambi was exploring the underwaters of Chennai while displaying one of his several hundred superpowers, he found something unique!
Our very own Thambi is ubiquitous. He finds his way into aircrafts as well, thereby stamping his authority all over Chennai ✈️
Here are some pictures from the flight branding which was done for the 44th Chess Olympiad!
Have you spotted Thambi somewhere in Chennai yet?🤔
India has a wide range of dance forms and is quite popular for its uniqueness 🔥The diversity in its dance forms has enamoured viewers from all across the world ❤️
TANIA SACHDEV: Remember the name 🔥
35-year-old Woman Grandmaster Tania Sachdev has been in top-notch form in the ongoing Chess Olympiad and has bailed India 1 women's team out of crunch situations on several occasions 💪🌟
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The D-Day is here! The excitement levels have skyrocketed as we head into the opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad!
It's time for the Indian Chess team to take the baton from the highly successful Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and make everyone proud 🥇✈️
And it begins!♟️🇮🇳
With just 1 day to go for the Olympiad, everyone is reaching the beautiful town of Mamallapuram! 😍
And where else would you get such diverse monuments? Come to Mamallapuram and celebrate the rich heritage and culture of Tamil Nadu ✈️❤️
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All decked up in traditional attires, the Indian contingent for the upcoming 44th Chess Olympiad were the showstoppers of the event 🌟
We wish them all the best for the upcoming event!
Keep rooting for Team India 🇮🇳❤️
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The opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad witnessed contingents of different countries walk around the stadium with their national flags ❤️
A proud moment to cherish for all athletes as they are all set to represent their country at the highest level ⚡
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While the Indian Chess Stars continue to make solid moves on the chequered board they also took time out to plant 🌱 saplings ahead of their matches. Here is a sneak peak from their contribution to the green revolution.
Wondering how
@MagnusCarlsen
maintains calm and wins games with ease? Well, this is the only 📷 you need to look at🔥
As Carlsen gets ready to unleash his beast mode onto the chess board, here's a sneak peek into his pre-match routine and his focus during the game 🎯 🙌
The Opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad was an epitome of grandeur and glitz. The extravagant stage which was packed with athletes, administrators and several ardent fans was the cynosure of all eyes 😍❤️
Let the games begin♟️
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பஞ்சாபில் நடைபெற்ற 27- வது தேசிய சீனியர் மகளிர் கால்பந்து போட்டியில் வெற்றி பெற்ற தமிழ்நாடு அணி வீராங்கனைகள், பயிற்சியாளர்களுக்கு தமிழ்நாடு விளையாட்டு மேம்பாட்டு ஆணையம் மற்றும் கால்பந்து அமைப்புகள் சார்பில் உற்சாக வரவேற்பு அளிக்கப்பட்டது
@CMOTamilnadu
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Tamil Nadu is a place where modernity connects to traditional roots. This was visible during the cultural extravaganza that took place last night, which left everyone awestruck 🌟
Vaishali Rameshbabu: The Prodigy 🔥
The 21-year-old Woman Grandmaster might appear as a calm and introspective person but she breathes fire on the Chess board 🔥
Sending shivers down the spines of her opponents, watch out for her at the 44th Chess Olympiad!
@chessvaishali
Star Chess player R. Praggnanandhaa and his family met the iconic Tamil filmstar
@rajinikanth
before the 44th Chess Olympiad! Notably, his sister who is also a Grandmaster and International Master was spotted in the pictures 😍
React with an emoji! ⬇️ 🌟🔥
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Day 1 witnessed some incredible performances from the Chess players! 🔥
Insane competitiveness, unwavering dedication and unstinted commitment was visible as Teams battled it out amongst themselves 🌟🙌
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முதலமைச்சர் கோப்பை 2022-23 : சேலம் மாவட்டத்திற்கு உட்பட்ட மாவட்ட அளவிலான விளையாட்டுப் போட்டிகள் நிறைவு பெற்றன. 13 விதமான விளையாட்டுக்கள், 5 பிரிவுகளில், 12,075 வீரர்கள் மற்றும் 4,533 வீராங்கனைகள் உட்பட மொத்தம் 16,608 பேர் பங்கேற்றார்கள்.
@CMOTamilnadu
@Udhaystalin
FIH ஹாக்கி புரோ லீக் தொடரில் இந்தியாவுக்கும் ஆஸ்திரேலியாவுக்கும் இடையே நடந்த போட்டியில் 5-4 என்ற கோல் கணக்கில் இந்தியா வெற்றி பெற்றது. இந்த போட்டியில் இந்திய அணியில் இடம்பெற்ற தமிழக ஹாக்கி வீரர் கார்த்திக் நான்காவது கோல் அடித்து தனது சிறப்பான ஆட்டத்தை வெளிக்காட்டினார்.
Get ready to witness the best of players' cross swords with each other over the Chess boards at Chennai!
The extravagant 44th Chess Olympiad is just 2 days away and we cannot wait for the action to unfold 🌟♟️
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மாண்புமிகு இளைஞர் நலன் மற்றும் விளையாட்டு மேம்பாட்டுத் துறை அமைச்சர் திரு. உதயநிதி ஸ்டாலின் அவர்கள் இன்று இளைஞர் நலன் மற்றும் விளையாட்டு மேம்பாட்டுத் துறை மானியக் கோரிக்கை அறிவிப்புகள் 2023-24 மற்றும் தமிழ்நாட்டில் விளையாட்டு மேம்பாட்டுத் திட்டங்கள் தொடர்பாக செய்தியாளர்களுடன்
Wondering where to watch the opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad? 🤔 Well, we've got you covered!
Tune in to our Facebook account today at 5:30pm as we will be going live from the stadium!
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Day 2 kickstarts with some exciting action! 🔥
After a solid string of performances from teams across the globe on Day 1, the action now moves on to an exhilarating Round 2
The 187 countries gave stiff competition to one another, driving the majority of the matches to the wire
முதலமைச்சர் கோப்பை 2022-23 : திண்டுக்கல் மாவட்டத்திற்கு உட்பட்ட மாவட்ட அளவிலான விளையாட்டுப் போட்டிகள் நிறைவு பெற்றன. 13 விதமான விளையாட்டுக்கள், 5 பிரிவுகளில், 6,073 வீரர்கள் மற்றும் 3,479 வீராங்கனைகள் உட்பட மொத்தம் 9,552 பேர் பங்கேற்றார்கள்.
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🚨🥁🛢️ Drumrolls for the winners
The coveted 44th Chess Olympiad is done and dusted! Presenting, the winners of this tournament!
Open category
1st: Uzbekistan
2nd: Armenia
3rd: India B
Women category
1st: Ukraine
2nd: Greece
3rd: India A
The metro trains in Chennai have been seen decorated with posters of the 44th Chess Olympiad! 😍
After decorating the buses, the Tamil Nadu Government now takes a step forward by covering the metros as well! 🌟 A sight to behold! 🚝♟️
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As two superhero versions of Thambi lock horns with each other, there is a simple message that is underlined in this video 🤔
The best of friends turn opponents in a fierce game! On field competitiveness will be witnessed at large during the 44th Chess Olympiad! ♟️
Kudos S Karthi,
#NammaChampion
from SDAT Centre of Excellence for Hockey, Kovilpatti. Proud of your resounding performance in the FIH Men's Pro League against the World Champions Germany. Your 2 classic goals gave India 6 - 3 victory.
Some exceptional students getting rewarded for their Chess prowess ❤️♟️
36 students who had won a Chess tournament in Odanchathiram on July 23rd have received the privilege to watch the ongoing Chess Olympiad live.