In a new sporting achievement added to its record, the University of Baghdad achieved distinguished and leading results in the Iraqi Universities Chess Championship, which saw broad participation of 66 public and private universities and colleges.
The competitions, which were marked by close rivalry and intellectual strength, resulted in the University of Baghdad’s male and female players being crowned with top positions, deservedly and by merit. The university’s representatives took first place in the individual competition in both the men’s and women’s categories, confirming their clear superiority and high strategic skills in this mental sport.
In the overall team standings, the University of Baghdad maintained its strong and competitive presence in collecting titles, securing second place in the team competition for both male and female students, ahead of a select group of universities participating in the championship.
This activity contributes to achieving a number of the Sustainable Development Goals, namely Goal 3, which calls for ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages, Goal 4 (Quality Education), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
