Chess Olympiad team wins best uniforms award

Jamaica’s Men’s Chess Olympiad team consisting of (from left) Jamaica Chess Association President Ian Wilkinson, Local Organising Committee representative Richard Shaw, FIDE Master (FM) Warren Elliott (absolute captain), FM Joshua Christie, FM Shreyas Smith, FM Jaden Shaw, FM Raheem Glaves, Candidate Master Akeem Brown, and International Master Shane Matthews (Captain) at the International Chess Federation Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, recently. October 25, 2026 Jamaica’s team at the 46th International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, won the Best Uniforms Award in the Classical Open category. The award recognised the team’s uniforms, which featured Jamaica’s national colours of black, green, and gold. The Jamaican contingent received the honour among nearly 200 competing nations at the international tournament. The Jamaican Open team comprised FIDE Masters (FM) Joshua Christie, Shreyas Smith, Raheem Glaves, and Jaden Shaw, along with Candidate Master (CM) Akeem Brown. The team also finished second among teams from its zone, behind Barbados, after 11 rounds of competition. FIDE announced Jamaica’s uniform award during the closing ceremony, with the announcement also appearing on the organisation’s official social media platforms. The United States, Hong Kong, St Kitts and Nevis, and Mali were also recognised for their uniforms. Spencer’s Tailoring, Carby’s, and LP Azar Limited contributed to the team’s uniforms, which featured the national colours. Jamaica Chess Federation (JCF) Local Organising Committee representative Richard Shaw said the award reflected the importance of national representation at international events. “Chess is a game of deep calculation, strategy, and focus, but how we present ourselves to the world tells the story of who we are,” Shaw said. “To be singled out among nearly 200 nations for having the best uniform is a testament to our unmatched national style. We didn’t just compete on the global stage — we owned the room with unmistakable Jamaican pride.” Entertainment, Latest News Derrick Harriott, who excelled as a singer, producer and record label owner, died at his St Andrew home on October 24. He was 87. Lorna Thomas, his fr... Entertainment, Latest News From arguably the hottest region in dancehall, Teebone and Gothic agreed it was logical to record a song together. That track, Oxygen , was released o... Deputy Opposition Spokesman on Productivity, Efficiency and Competitiveness, Senator Cleveland Tomlinson has outlined an alternative economic developm... International News, Latest News WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — Former United States (US) president Barack Obama delivered a scathing critique of his successor, Donald Trump, at a ... ROME, Italy (AFP) — Roma preserved their unbeaten status in Serie A as Leonardo Balerdi's 89th-minute goal snatched a thrilling 3-3 draw at Napoli on ... KINGSTON, Jamaica - Government Senator Rose Bennett-Cooper has backed the Mediation Bill, 2026, noting that the proposed legislation could help Jamaic... Entertainment, Latest News, News For the second time in just under two years, dancehall superstar Beenie Man is seeking to clear the air after offending the people of Trinidad and Tob... International News, Latest News Mongbwalu, DR Congo (AFP) — A caregiver wore a protective gown and gloves as she bottle-fed a baby -- one of hundreds of children orphaned by the Demo... Facebook Twitter Instagram Polls Recent Posts Archives