Khanty Mansiysk Olympiad 2010

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Khanty Mansiysk preparing for Chess Olympiad 2010
Alexander Zhukov and Alexander Filipenko discuss preparations
Report by chessdom.com

The governor of Ugra and one of the chief organizers of the Chess Olympiad 2010, Alexander Filipenko, met with the Russian Vice President and President of the Russian Chess Federation, Alexander Zhukov. Both discussed the preparations of Khanty Masniysk to host the 2010 Chess Olympiad.

Alexander Filipenko confirmed for ura.ru that the preparation for the Olympiad is on schedule. Despite the negative effects of the financial crisis, the organizers are working closely with the federal center and autonomous district to provide good conditions and assure that the Olympiad is held at the highest level.

The biggest test for Khanty Mansiysk is the upcoming World Chess Cup 2009. It will be held at the same place and it will show the level of organization the hosts can provide.

The 2008 Chess Olympiad was held in Dresden, while the 2012 Chess Olympiad will take place in Turkey.

Birthday Gift

My thanks for Boy for sharing this one:

This story happened at the Spain vs USA on the 13th Chess Olympiad, Munich 1958. On third board were playing Toran and Bisguier. When the American master resigned, Toran said with a smile, "I am so happy, it is the best present for my birthday!" The opponent replied, "It's all right, today happens to be my birthday too"