Kazakh Chess Team Claims Silver at 2024 FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest
The Kazakhstan women’s chess team has won a silver medal at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, which took place from Sept. 10 to 23. The team, consisting of Bibisara Assaubayeva, Meruyert Kamalidenova, Xeniya Balabayeva, Alua Nurman, and Amina Kairbekova, excelled in the competition, defeating strong opponents such as the United States and Poland.
In a statement from the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, it was mentioned that the women’s team’s achievement reflects the strength of Kazakhstan’s chess. President of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation Timur Turlov expressed his pride and gratitude towards the team, coaches, and parents for their hard work and dedication, leading to this significant accomplishment.
The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, also extended his congratulations to the women’s chess team for their outstanding performance. In a social media post, Tokayev praised the team for winning the silver medal at the FIDE Chess Olympiad and recognized it as a testament to the excellence of the Kazakh chess school and its players.
The success of the Kazakhstan women’s chess team at the FIDE Chess Olympiad has showcased the country’s talent and determination in the world of chess, with hopes for even greater achievements in the future.
