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Author: Erik Maijenburg

According to the materials of foreign press. This section of draughts used to be very popular in draughts material editions. It is good that nowadays there are such draughts players who mark interesting combinational games and ideas. ‘Catch’ in the ocean of draughts game ‘draughts pearls’. One time in a month we are going to publish the findings of different authors on our webpage. Perhaps an idea from here will help you to win in your own draughts game.

In accordance with the Competition Calendar for 2024 the International Draughts Federation (IDF) is holding training events and international competitions ‘Turkey-2024’ – the Draughts World Cup – 64 in Turkey.
The competitions will be held in three disciplines: Blitz, Classic (international version of draughts-64), Rapid (Brazilian version of draughts-64).

We started with 4 teams. This was the beginning of our long journey towards creating a good tournament and competitive environment. In 2023, we have already assembled 7 teams. And we hope the upward movement will continue. Players who trust us know that we stand for quality and adherence to the principles of beauty, harmony and sportsmanship.

All the names of Czech players known and familiar to any draughts fan can be found in the Czech Republic’s table of the international draughts championship.

Despite the fake bans, the hatred of inadequate leaders and the stupidity of “comrades” supporting them, our team is moving systematically towards fulfilling its dreams! And then to a new goal!

Elections of the new composition of the Draughts Federation of Latvia will be held soon. We have been thinking for a long time that we need to choose a worthy and strong one. But now we realized how much we were wrong. After all, at such a speed, a new person would not be able to destroy the entire sports facility and justify our hopes. Therefore, we are completely for… the old line-up! After all, these are truly unique mentors and intellectuals in the world of draughts.

The Latvian championships among boys and girls in different age groups began on the ancient island of Kipengolm (or modern Kipsala).