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12 2025 | Sports Reap Mail | Volume 4 Number 2SRM 1st International FIDE Rating Open Chess Tournament 2025-Inaguration & Valedictory The SRM 1st International FIDE Rating Open Chess Tournament 2025 was organized by Golden Knights Chess Academy and Master Mind Chess Academy in association with SRM Institute of Science and Technology. The venue was Major Dhyan Chand Indoor Stadium, SRM IST, from 15th to 18th May 2025, and the tournament was inaugurated by Dr. K. Gunasekaran, Controller of Examinations, SRM IST, in the esteemed presence of Dr. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director %u2013 Sports, SRM IST., Dr. M. Senthil Kumar, Vice President, CGL DCA; Dr. Jayasingh Albert Chandrasekar, SRM IST; Dr. N.C. Jesus Rajkumar, SRM IST; Dr. M. Gokul, SRM IST; Mr. C. Natarajan, Secretary, MMCA; and Mr. S. Ganesh Babu, Secretary, GKCA.%u201d R Sailesh of Tamil Nadu won the SRM 1st International FIDE Rating Open Chess tournament 2025Prizes were distributed by Dr. Bernaurdshaw Neppolian, Dean-Research, SRM IST, in the presence of Grandmaster Mr. Srihari L R, GM Elect, and other dignitaries.%u2022 Total Prize Money: %u20b95,00,000%u2022 Trophies Awarded: 80 trophies were distributed among various children%u2019s categories%u2022 Participation: A total of 446 players from 8 states took part, including 1 International Master and 226 FIDE-rated playersChess was promoted at the grassroots level and a spirit of competitive excellence was fostered by the event, which featured outstanding players from all around the nation.The shuttle may be light, but it carries the weight of every decision, every dreamSecuring a win in badminton is a proud moment that reflects the true spirit of dedication and hard work. Every smash, drop, and rally is executed with precision, and each point earned is a result of calculated effort and determination. Whether it%u2019s a hard-fought singles game or a coordinated doubles effort, a win in badminton showcases the athlete%u2019s discipline, perseverance, and passion for the sport. Her dedication, perseverance, and skill have brought honour to SRMIST. U. Reshika of I-B.Sc(Psychology), has won the Gold Medal in Women%u2019s Doubles at the All-India Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament held in Bangalore from 1st June 2025.SRMIST 1st International FIDE rating open Chess tournament 2025.