AFM Sharon Rachel Aby Wins Three Gold Medals for India at the 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities 2026

Chennai, November 7, 2026:
AFM (Arena FIDE Master) Sharon Rachel Aby from Tamil Nadu has brought immense pride to India by winning three Gold Medals at the 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities 2026, held at Ak Keme Hotel, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from October 30 to November 7, 2026.

Sharon delivered an outstanding performance across all three formats of the championship – Rapid, Blitz and Classical – securing Gold Medals in the Girls Under-20 Physical Impairment category in all three events.

Sharon Rachel Aby's Performance

1. Rapid Chess – GOLD MEDAL

- Scored 3/5 points.
- Finished 5th overall.
- Secured 1st position among all girls in the Under-20 Physical Impairment category.

2. Blitz Chess – GOLD MEDAL

- Scored 5/7 points.
- Finished 3rd overall.
- Secured 1st position among all girls in the Under-20 Physical Impairment category.

3. Classical Chess – GOLD MEDAL

- Scored 6/9 points.
- Finished 4th overall.
- Secured 1st position among all girls in the Under-20 Physical Impairment category.

The Rapid and Blitz events were conducted on November 1, while the Classical event concluded on November 7.

Another Achievement for Tamil Nadu

Sharon's teammate, Ms. Durkasri M, also from Tamil Nadu, delivered a commendable performance, winning Silver Medals behind Sharon in the Rapid and Blitz events, scoring 2.5/7 and 4.5/7 respectively.

A Consistent Champion

This achievement adds another remarkable chapter to Sharon's international chess journey. She had also won a Gold Medal at the 2nd edition of the Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities, held in Bishkek in 2024, with an impressive score of 6.5/9.

It may be noted that the Indian team did not participate in the 3rd edition of the championship held in 2025 at Tagaytay City, Philippines.

Sharon's remarkable achievement of winning three Gold Medals in three different formats at the Asian Championship is a testament to her dedication, determination, perseverance and passion for chess. Her success is an inspiration to aspiring sportspersons, particularly players with disabilities.

Arrival in Chennai

The Tamil Nadu team is expected to arrive at Chennai International Airport at 8:55 AM on November 8, 2026, travelling from Delhi.

The team is scheduled to depart from Kyrgyzstan at 5:00 PM local time (4:30 PM IST) on November 7.

Contact Details

AFM Sharon Rachel Aby

Address:
26/55, 3rd Floor, TNHB Apartments, Ori Castle, Ori Salai, Mogappair East, Chennai – 600037.

Father: Aby Mathew
Mobile: 9566016292

Mother: Elizabeth Mammen Aby
Mobile: 9566923111

A proud moment for Tamil Nadu and India!

Three Formats. Three Gold Medals. One Champion. A remarkable achievement for Indian chess.