Shaarav Haneesh Wins ACA Under 13 Championship🏆
The Under 13 category of the 18th ACA Intra-Academy Chess Tournament was held on 22nd May 2026 at ACA Zinj, Bahrain, with many talented ACA students taking part in the competition. The category featured several closely fought games, interesting tactical battles, and confident performances from the young players.
Students showed good planning, calculation skills, and calmness under pressure during the tournament. The event also helped players understand the importance of tournament preparation, focus, and consistency in competitive chess.
🏆 Prize Winners:
🥇 Champion – Shaarav Haneesh
🥈 Runner-Up – Advaith Krishna Biju
🥉 Third Place – Likilesh Amargandhi
⭐ Best Pawn – Viaan Nair
⭐ Best Knight – Ishitha Nimesh
⭐ Best Bishop – Srihari Abilash
⭐ Best Rook – Arav Jadhav