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13 August 2026 - 13:19 AMT

Armenian players hold top spots at European U20

Armenian chess players continue to hold leading positions at the European Under-20 Championship in Cetinje, Montenegro.

In the open tournament, after six rounds, grandmaster Emin Ohanyan became the sole leader with 5.5 points. International master Alex Sahakyan has earned 5 points and is in second place, the Chess Federation reports.

International master Vahe Sukiasyan has scored 4.5 points, while FIDE masters Rudolf Pashikyan and Manvel Arakelyan have earned 4 points each.

In the girls’ tournament, women’s FIDE masters Polina Kobak and Nvard Hayrapetyan have scored 4 points each.

Three rounds remain until the end of the championship.