Join us for a special Chess Challenge on campus and test your skills against Hugó, a remarkable 9-year-old chess genius from the region. Students, professors, and staff are all invited to take on the challenge and see whether they can claim victory against Germany’s most talented young player.
You do not need to be a member of the Chess Club to participate. All chess enthusiasts, from beginners to experienced players, are welcome!
📅 Date: 21st October 2026 // 4PM
📍 Location: Campus Reception (1st Floor)
Please note that this event will be filmed and photographed for marketing and promotional purposes. We are supporting Hugó’s fundraising campaign to help him travel to the European Chess Championships at the end of October.
If you would like to support Hugó’s journey, donations can be made via the following link:
At just nine years old, Hugó is already regarded as one of Germany’s most promising young chess talents. He is currently the highest-rated under-10 chess player in Saxony, a member of the German Chess Federation’s talent development squad, and has already represented Germany at a World Championship. In October, he will take the next step in his remarkable journey by competing at the European Youth Chess Championships in Crete.
