Double Glory: Royalist Chess Club Dominates at Queenstar Team Chess Fiesta 2026

March 2026 – It was a historic day for the Royalist Chess Club at C.W.W. Kannangara Maha Vidyalaya, as our tacticians delivered a powerhouse performance to claim the top honors.

In a display of strategic depth and teamwork, the club secured the prestigious Open Event Champions title. Adding to the victory, the Royalist Chess Club was officially named the Best Academy, recognizing the overall excellence of our program and players.

Individual Excellence: Board Prizes

The foundation of our team's victory was built on individual brilliance across the boards. We are proud to announce that our players swept the top board prizes:

• 🥇 Board 1 Prize: W M Vimukthi Gunathilake

• 🥈 Board 2 Prize: H M D R B Herath

• 🥉 Board 3 Prize: W G G Wickramaliyanage

A Message of Gratitude

This milestone victory would not have been possible without the expert guidance and dedication of our coach, Imesh Dilshan Rajakaruna. His strategic training and mentorship have been the driving force behind our recent success on the board.

"This victory at the Queenstar Team Chess Fiesta is a testament to the hard work of every member and the management team. Winning both the Open Championship and the Best Academy award proves that our club is on the right track for even greater success this year."