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Africa-Press – Seychelles. <\/strong><\/span>The origin of the game of chess is debatable and multiple theories attribute the beginning of this game to countries like India, China, Russia and central Asia.
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\nChess was once known as \u2018Chaturanga\u2019 and is believed to be dated back to almost 1500 years and potentially in India. It later spread to Persia, where it flourished under Arab rule and eventually the game made its way to Southern Europe. In Europe, chess evolved into its current form (adopting the black and white squares we know so well) during the 15th century. It changed into a modern sport by the end of the 15th century.<\/p>\n

July 20 was proclaimed as the International Chess Day to mark the date of the establishment of the International Chess Federation (FIDE).<\/p>\n

Chess\u2019s popularity can be attributed to the fact that it was associated with wealth, knowledge, and power. \u2018Chess is a universal game that encourages fairness, inclusiveness, and respect for others. It is noteworthy in this regard because it can support a climate of tolerance and international understanding. Chess is one of the most ancient, intellectual and cultural games, with a combination of sport, scientific thinking and elements of art.\u2019<\/p>\n

The chairman of the Seychelles Chess Federation, Benjamin Hoareau, stated that currently the federation is planning for the Chess Olympiad and focusing their efforts in preparation for the event starting on July 28. In total the Olympiad will require about 12 chess players.<\/p>\n

Mr Hoareau noted soon he will be going to Beau Vallon district to teach various pupils interested in the game.<\/p>\n

He said that \u201cchess has many benefits for all age groups such as educational, mental and holistic\u2026especially academic. The day is an honour for a chess player,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The chair has launched an appeal to chess players across the country to show their siblings, friends or others how to play the sport. \u201cSpread the love of the game as it has many benefits,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n

To note during the pandemic chess was the only sport that was being played in Seychelles. \u201cWe took the opportunity to promote the game as we were the only sport that was active using the internet,\u201d Mr Hoareau said.<\/p>\n

He added that interest in chess in Seychelles has sparked but it has not reached its full potential.<\/p>\n

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