Jitse Slump’s attempt to set a world record in a simultaneous chess match! June 13 – live stream!
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, Westerhaar will take center stage for a special day dedicated to draughts. The “Denk en Zet Westerhaar” club is organizing an ambitious attempt to set a world record for a timed simultaneous exhibition, to be led by Jitse Slump. Afterward, there will be a cozy barbecue at the clubhouse for club members, fans, and anyone else who’d like to join.
:Rick Hackvoort will be hosting a live broadcast of the world record attempt, which you can watch at:
See Toernooibase↗ for a list of participants and results.
Jitse Slump’s Attempt to Set a World Record
The goal is to defeat a total of 54 opponents in a single session, with all games played under time control. This feat requires not only tremendous physical and mental effort but also promises to be a landmark event for the draughts community.
After the world record attempt, everyone is cordially invited to a barbecue at the Denk en Zet Westerhaar draughts club.