France and US excel in rapid and blitz at Pall Mall Masters
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Pall Mall Masters took place in London, featuring strong competition from France and the US in rapid and blitz formats. UK players faced formidable foreign challengers, highlighting the unique nature of master chess events in central London. The RAC clubhouse traditionally hosts significant matches, further establishing the location's prominence. While detailed results from the event are not provided, the emphasis on international participation suggests high-level competition.
- •The Pall Mall Masters took place in London with a focus on rapid and blitz formats.
- •Strong participation from players in France and the US was noted.
- •The event represented a rare chance for UK players to compete internationally.
- •The RAC clubhouse is recognized for hosting notable matches in chess.
- •No specific results from the matches have been reported.
- 7:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — Chess: France and US dominate rapid and blitz at Pall Mall Masters
"The Chess England event was a rare test of UK skills against strong foreign opposition Master chess in central London is rare, although the annual ChessFest in Trafalgar Square attracts more than 20,000 visitors. In London’s clubland in Pall Mall, the RAC clubhouse has hosted the Oxford v Cambridge Varsity match for almost half a century, while the Athenaeum was the venue for a dramatic match in 2023 where the record-breaking prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan defeated the former British champion Peter Lee. Continue reading...
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