Eldoret Open

Former Kenyan national chess champion Joyce Nyaruai won the ladies' section of the Eldoret Open Chess Championship with a perfect score. Her triumph comes after missing selection for Kenya's team at the upcoming Chess Olympiad in Kazakhstan. Nyaruai views the win as a key step toward reclaiming her national team spot.

February 08, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

The Eldoret Open Chess Championship kicked off on Saturday at St. Luke’s Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya, with several surprises in the first round. Unrated player Elly Cheruiyot stunned top-seeded Kaloki Hawi, marking the tournament's biggest upset. Multiple walkovers and strong performances in the ladies' section highlighted the event's early action.