MERSIN, AUGUST 20, NOYAN TAPAN. The World Youth Under 16 Chess Olympiad began in Mersin (Turkey) on August 17. Out of 26 teams from 18 contries, 7 teams represent Turkey, two - South Africa and two - Switzerland. The Armenian team is composed of Samvel Ter-Sahakian, Vahe Baghdasarian, Hayk Vardanian and Hayk Tamazian. 4 rounds have been held. The Armenian chess players lead the points table with 13.5 points.

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