Armenia is the 12th seeded team in Chennai, and one of two squads that have yet to lose a match in the event (with Uzbekistan). Moreover, they are doing so without local hero Levon Aronian, who transferred to the United States last year - much like Vladimir Akopian. Now, with three rounds to go in Chennai, the Caucasians are leading the standings after having faced the two top seeds on consecutive days. Since Russia’s hegemony in Chess Olympiads came to an end in 2002, the squad that won the open section most times is not China nor the United States (if we only count the in-person events) - with three victories, in 2006, 20, it is Armenia who holds that record. Still no ChessBase Account? learn more > The ultimate chess experience every day, Pla圜 welcomes 20,000 chess players from all around the world – from beginner to grandmaster.Memorize it easily move by move by playing against the variation trainer. Still no ChessBase Account? learn more > Learn openings the right way! Build and maintain your repertoire.

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