ACA students dominate Shaikh Khalid Schools Chess Tournament 2024-2025
The tournament featured competitions across 8 different age categories for boys and girls, and ACA students made their mark by winning a total of 10 prizes, including 6 championship titles.
The students of Arjun's Chess Academy showcased their skills, determination, and sportsmanship, achieving fantastic results.
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