Drish Shah Scoops Top Position in the Under 14 Category at the Crawford International School Inter-School Chess Tournament

Crawford International School recently hosted its first inter-school Chess Tournament, bringing together 400 learners from 35 different schools in Nairobi. The tournament highlighted the incredible potential of young minds and emphasized the significance of providing children with opportunities to engage in intellectually stimulating activities.

Among the talented players, Drish Shah, a renowned title holder, emerged as the first-place winner in the under 14 open category, with a 6 out of 6 win, emerging as the only player in U14, U16 and U18 to finish with a 6 out of 6 win. Manyeki Nathaniel of Plains view Academy came in second and Eddy Travis of St. Bakhita School came in third in the same category.

Drish holds an impressive track record having represented Kenya in Zimbabwe, Egypt and India, Drish Shah’s victory further showcased the exceptional skill and dedication required to excel in chess. When asked about the win, Drish Shah shared, “I have been playing since I was six years old. Chess is about passion, perseverance, and consistency. I am honoured to have received the top prize and eagerly await the next tournament.”

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