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On Che's anniversary, Al Mayadeen holds symbolic chess tournament

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  • 10 Jun 2023 14:27
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Al Mayadeen Media Network, in cooperation with Che Guevara Foundation in Cuba, holds a tournament in the chess game Revolutionary Ernesto Guevara loved and enjoyed playing.

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  • On Che's anniversary, Al Mayadeen holds symbolic chess tournament
    Al Mayadeen staff taking part in the symbolic chess tournament (Exclusive)

At the initiative of and in cooperation with Che Guevara Foundation in Cuba, on the 95th birth anniversary of Ernesto Che Guevara, symbolic chess tournaments in dozens of world capitals were decided to be held, and Al Mayadeen Media Network was the Arab partner to take part in this occasion.

This intellectual game was particularly chosen by the Foundation, a vanguard in preserving the legacy of the revolutionary Che Guevara, being the game that he loved, enjoyed playing, and excelled in, knowing that he played in professional chess tournaments.

Under the supervision of the Lebanese Chess Federation, a number of Al Mayadeen staff participated in the competition that was organized by the media network, where participants competed in six rounds that witnessed an enthusiastic atmosphere, in the presence of Cuban Ambassador to Lebanon, Jorge Leon, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Mayadeen, Ghassan Ben Jeddou.

In cooperation with Che #Guevara Foundation, #AlMayadeen kicked off its chess tournament, with the participation of some of the network's staff.

Revolutionary Che tried to popularize chess in #Cuba as it was the game he loved and excelled in, knowing that he participated in… pic.twitter.com/RqHgTyyQn8

— Al Mayadeen English (@MayadeenEnglish) June 10, 2023

Leon kicked off the fourth round of the tournament, expressing his happiness at being present in the event organized by Al Mayadeen.

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The Cuban Ambassador said internationalist revolutionary Ernesto Che Guevara was one of the greatest chess players and one of the strongest advocates to learn and teach this game because it helps develop the mind.

He recalled that Che used to preside over major chess tournaments that took place in Cuba with the participation of thousands of players and used to encourage individuals on taking part in such events.

In conclusion, Leon thanked Al Mayadeen Network for hosting the tournament.

Prizes were distributed to the winners at the end of the competition.

It is worth mentioning that this event is a renewed confirmation of the internationalist intellect that distinguishes Al Mayadeen Media Network.

Read more: Aleida Guevara to Al Mayadeen: "We Must Fight Alongside the Palestinians, as Che Believed"

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