The 43rd Chess Olympiad in underway in Batumi, Georgia. For those of you that have been following the biggest chess event in the world, it has been nothing less than spectacular, from the amazing opening ceremony, marriage proposal and upsets on the chess board, the event is certainly exceeding expectation. Added to this is the beauty and luxury that Batumi has to offer.

After round 5, Canada is sitting in the 31st position with a total of 7 points. Our ladies are doing better as they are in the 11th position with a total of 8 points.

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