In this pilot episode of Inside the Cyprus Open 2026 – Chess Review, commentators Vassilis Theocharous, Mark Bryan, and Andreas Hatzinikolaou introduce the championship, review Round 3 results, discuss Round 4 pairings, and analyse selected games from the Cyprus Open Chess Championship 2026.
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In Episode 33 of the Arbiters Stream, IA Makis Gerontopoulos and IA Mark Bryan interview IA Ivan Syrovy, Chairman of the FIDE Arbiters’ Commission. The discussion covers the role of arbiters, developments in chess officiating, and insights into the work of the FIDE Arbiters’ Commission. Originally streamed in 2025.
The Arbiters Stream, created by IA Makis Gerontopoulos and IA Mark Bryan, explored chess arbitration and the role of arbiters in tournament play. In Season 1, the series focused on the fundamentals of chess arbitration. Episode 1 introduces arbiters and their responsibilities in ensuring fair play in organized chess competitions.
