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UAE's Abdul Ghani named FIDE Fair Play Expert
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UAE's Abdul Ghani named FIDE Fair Play Expert

From Gulf Today · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mohammed Abdul Ghani, an international chess arbiter from the UAE, has been named a Fair Play Expert by the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
  • He is the first Arab international arbiter to receive this accreditation and one of only 38 experts globally, recognized for his contributions to chess development and tournament officiating.
  • Abdul Ghani expressed pride, stating the recognition reflects the UAE's advanced chess status and the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club's role in empowering talent, aiming to further strengthen UAE chess globally.

Mohammed Abdul Ghani, an international chess arbiter and Executive Director of the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club, has earned the prestigious title of Fair Play Expert from the International Chess Federation (FIDE). This makes him the first Arab international arbiter to achieve this specialized accreditation and places him among only 38 experts worldwide certified in fair play.

This recognition reflects the advanced status of chess in the UAE, as well as the pivotal role played by the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club in developing and empowering sporting talent.

— Mohammed Abdul GhaniSpeaking about his achievement and its significance for chess in the UAE.

The distinction acknowledges Abdul Ghani's significant contributions to chess development at both national and international levels, along with his extensive experience in officiating and organizing major chess tournaments. He has previously served as a FIDE arbiter and Fair Play Expert in four consecutive World Championships.

Expressing his pride, Abdul Ghani, who also holds the position of Secretary of the World Chess Composition Federation, stated that the recognition highlights the advanced standing of chess in the UAE. He also emphasized the crucial role of the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club in nurturing and empowering sporting talent.

The Fair Play system has become a cornerstone of modern chess, supported by advanced monitoring procedures that ensure integrity and competitive fairness.

— Mohammed Abdul GhaniHighlighting the importance of fair play mechanisms in chess.

Abdul Ghani further stressed the importance of the Fair Play system in modern chess, noting its reliance on advanced monitoring procedures to ensure integrity and competitive fairness. He committed to using his international expertise to further enhance chess in the UAE and boost its global presence. He extended his gratitude to the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club's Board of Directors and the UAE chess community for their unwavering support, expressing his ambition for continued achievements in the sport.

I am committed to leveraging this international expertise to further strengthen UAE chess and enhance its global presence.

— Mohammed Abdul GhaniStating his future goals regarding chess in the UAE.
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Originally published by Gulf Today in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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