  Aronian's draw in Tata Steel R11 puts him 3rd with Carlsen, Eljanov January 28, 2017 - 11:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian grandmaster Levon Aronian drew against Poland's Radoslaw Wojtaszek in round 11 of Tata Steel Wijk aan Zee, currently underway in The Netherlands. China’s champion Wei Yi played sparkling attacks, beat Russian grandmaster Sergey Karjakin to advance to clear second place half a point behind Wesley So of the United States. Leaders with two rounds still to go are So (7.5 points), Wei Yi (7), Magnus Carlsen (Norway), Aronian and Pavel Eljanov (Ukraine) all 7. Aronian won the 2007, 2008, 2012 and 2014 editions of the Tata Steel Chess tournament. Very strong chess players compete in the prestigious tournament, but regular club players are welcome to play as well. The top "A" section pits 14 of the world's best against each other in a round-robin tournament.   Top stories Armenian gymnast, Olympic bronze medalist Artur Davtyan has reached the finals of the World Cup. Gor Manvelyan has denied reports alleging that he has expressed a desire to one day play for the French national team. Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not considering FC Spartak Moscow as his next haven, according to fresh reports. 10 Armenian lifters will compete in the 2021 World Championships scheduled to be held from 7 to 17 December in Tashkent.   Partner news |  Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
