The 1st Asia Pacific Individual Deaf Chess Championship commenced at Hotel 71 in the city, drawing 24 deaf chess players from Bangladesh, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia. The inaugural games, held on Thursday, saw eleven players secure full points by claiming victory in their matches. Notable performers include Md. Obaidul Islam Shahin and Md. Ali Newaz Sarkar of Bangladesh, as well as players from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia. The second round games were underway in the afternoon, with the seven-round Swiss-League-style event scheduled to continue until April 28. The third round games are set to begin on Friday at 9 am at the same venue. This championship marks a significant milestone in the world of deaf chess, bringing together talented players from across the Asia Pacific region to showcase their skills and passion for the game.