  Sergei Movsesian currently 11th at Gibraltar Chess Festival January 27, 2012 - 11:22 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In the 3rd round of Tradewise Gibraltar Chess Festival Sergei Movsesian tied a game vs. Kaido Külaots (Estonia). Gabriel Sargissian suffered a defeat by Sabino Brunello (Italy), while Varuzhan Akobian (U.S.)- Irina Krush (U.S.) game ended in a draw. With 2,5 points Movsesian comes 11th, Sargissian is 35th with 2 points while Akobian is 45th. Winners of the 1st-3rd places in men’s championship will receive 20, 12 and 8 thous. pounds respectively. Winners of the same places in women’s championship will get 10, 7 and 5 thous. pounds respectively.   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. |
