Uzbekistan's youth achieved a historical result in World Chess Championship

    Sports 29 September 2025 1377

    The World Youth Rapid (tezkor) and Blitz Chess Championship (Under-20) was held in Lima, the capital of Peru, from September 22 to 29,2025.

    The competition featured 89 young chess players from 19 countries. 6 talented athletes from the Uzbekistan national team successfully represented Uzbekistan's honor, winning a total of 2 gold, 3 silver, and 1 bronze medal.

    Rapid results:

    Mukhammadzakhid Suyarov – Gold medal winner with 7.5 points;

    Mukhiddin Madaminov – Silver medal winner with 7 points;

    Afruza Khamdamova – Silver medalist in the girls’ category with 6.5 points.

    Blitz results:

    Madaminov Mukhiddin – Gold medal and World Champion with 12 points;

    Suyarov Mukhammadzakhid – Bronze medal with 10 points;

    Omonova Umida – Silver medal with 9.5 points;

    Begmuratov Kumoyun – 4th place with 9 points;

    Khalilova Madinabonu – 6th place with 8 points.