In a thrilling display of strategic prowess and lightning-fast moves, the World Youth Draughts Championships in Rapid and Blitz took place on November 3rd and 4th in Policach, Poland. Drawing nearly 300 young participants from 16 countries, the championships showcased the dynamic nature of the game and the remarkable skills of the emerging talents.
The Mongolian contingent emerged as the dominant force in both the Rapid and Blitz Championships, leaving an indelible mark with a total of 11 medals (5 gold, 3 silver, 3 bronze) in Rapid and 15 medals (5 gold, 6 silver, 4 bronze) in Blitz. The Mongolian players’ strategic acumen and rapid decision-making were evident as they clinched victory across both formats.
Following closely, the Netherlands asserted their presence with 6 medals (2 gold, 1 silver, 3 bronze) in Rapid and 4 medals (2 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze) in Blitz. The Dutch players exhibited a strong command of the game, showcasing their versatility in both the rapid and blitz versions.
Poland, the host country, secured a commendable 3 medals in each category (1 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze), showcasing the nation’s commitment to nurturing young talent in both Rapid and Blitz.
Latvia demonstrated its skill in Rapid, earning a total of 5 medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze), while also making a mark in Blitz with 3 medals (2 silver, 1 bronze).
Ukraine displayed a strong presence with 3 medals (1 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze) in Rapid and 2 medals (1 silver, 1 bronze) in Blitz.
In the Blitz category, Lithuania earned medals with a bronze (1 gold, 1 bronze), while Estonia secured a bronze in the same category.
The World Youth Draughts Championships in Rapid and Blitz not only celebrated the excellence of the young participants but also highlighted the global appeal and diversity of the game. As these emerging talents continue to make their mark, the world eagerly anticipates the next chapter of draughts excellence at the World Youth Draughts Championships.
Rapid:
| Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mongolia | 5 | 3 | 3 | 11 |
| Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| Latvia | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Poland | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Ukraine | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Lithuania | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Blitz:
| Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mongolia | 5 | 6 | 4 | 15 |
| Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Poland | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Lithuania | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Latvia | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Ukraine | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Estonia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |