Erzurum hosts intergenerational chess tournament for seniors

In Erzurum, Turkey, a chess tournament titled ‘Different Generation, Different Experience’ was held to mark World Seniors Day. The event brought together approximately 50 participants, including chess enthusiasts aged 65 and older and healthcare professionals.

The tournament was organized through a collaboration between the Erzurum Provincial Directorate of Health, the University of Health Sciences Erzurum Faculty of Medicine, Erzurum City Hospital, and the Erzurum Provincial Representation of the Turkish Chess Federation. Held at the Akpınar Tea House, the initiative aimed to promote healthy aging by encouraging mental and social activity among the elderly.

Speakers at the opening included Prof. Dr. Özgür Dağ, Assoc. Prof. Dr. E. Füsun Karaşahin, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Mesud Fakirullahoğlu. Beyond competition, the event focused on intergenerational solidarity, experience sharing, and strengthening social bonds through the game of chess.