Our 2024/25 Club Championship has now concluded, and we are delighted to announce that Robert Jacobs, our Club President, is the new Club Champion.
Robert scored an impressive 6½ points out of 7, securing first place in a hard-fought competition that ran from October 2024 to May 2025. Games were played monthly at a time control of 60 minutes plus a 5-second increment.
Congratulations to the Champion
As Jerry wrote in his congratulations:
“Congratulations to Robert Jacobs, our club president, on winning the championship with six and a half out of seven.
Robert kindly responded:
“Thank you, Jerry. It was a real shame that James had to drop out, handing me this opportunity, but it is nice to be Club Champion in Tunbridge Wells, having just turned 63, after winning at Sevenoaks when I was only 15! Thanks to all those who supported this event and a big thanks to Jerry, who has masterminded the event successfully, and to Steve who has stepped in when needed.”
Final Standings
- 🥇 1st – Robert Jacobs – 6½
- 🥈 2nd = – Hugh Tassell & Jerry Anstead – 5
- 4th – Andrew Rimmer – 4½
- 5th – Julian Teubler – 3½
- 6th = – Tomas Alvarez, Jon Armory, Steve Bond, Gualtiero Chiaia, Tom Lawrie – 3
Thanks
A huge thank you goes to Jerry Anstead and Steve Bond for running the event so smoothly, ensuring games were organised and results recorded.
The Club Championship is always a highlight of our season, bringing together members of all strengths to enjoy competitive and friendly chess.
We look forward to another exciting tournament next year!