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FAQ's on Thematics. 25 Aug 2013 | 11:47 am
I was asked many questions by parents and players this morning concerning the Thematics. So let me try to answer them here as well for the benefit of others. Please realise that FGM is a private enti...
The purpose of the Thematics. 24 Aug 2013 | 12:10 pm
When I first came into the chess scene, I saw something in our chess culture that I felt could be improved on. Let me give you an example to show what I mean. At the recent Malaysian Open, Greg asked ...
FGM Thematics on the 28th/29th September. 23 Aug 2013 | 09:07 am
We are now working hard to bring the Thematics to you for the 28th/29th September sponsored by Pappamia and the Malaysian Intellect Development Foundation in Ipoh. Stay tuned for further announcements...
Indonesia Open in Oct, thinking out loud. 21 Aug 2013 | 07:33 pm
I was informed at the Malaysian Open that MCF is applying for our National squad to play at the Indonesian Open. They have a ceiling bar of 2200 and so many of our National squad won't qualify without...
Latest on EGM, taking sides and a little about sucking sweets. 19 Aug 2013 | 03:35 pm
I spent a lot of time during the Malaysian Open talking to all that would talk to me from all sides of the divide to get a clearer picture of the issues. Some of the conversations were cordial and con...
Deja vu at the Malaysian Open. 18 Aug 2013 | 09:57 am
Ref: Here. The intense pressure of the Malaysian Open is usually very instructive as to the character of the chess players. But funnily enough it also reveals the character of the other players; the ...
A few words before Malaysian Open. 9 Aug 2013 | 08:10 am
In a few hours time we will be travelling to the Malaysian Open. And if our traditions hold true there will be another chess game on the sides even as the true fighters of Malaysian chess will be slug...
More on the petition and general comments on the Interview. 8 Aug 2013 | 09:08 pm
First my apologies for the length of the just concluded interview. However I think if you read through it carefully you will see that there is a lot there. There is now due process for conflict resolu...
Interview with Encik Muammar of MCF. 7 Aug 2013 | 02:40 pm
Preamble. Here. FGM: Thank you Mr Muammar for taking part in this interview. Before I ask you my main question I would like to affirm that the opinions expressed here are in your capacity as the Chai...
Update on the coming interview with Encik Muammar of MCF. 7 Aug 2013 | 01:39 pm
I was hoping to complete the interview before I leave for Malaysian Open on Friday since I do not like to be distracted during a tournament. And last night I thought that could be accomplished as I wo...
