Chess in Lleida: Balàfia earns half a point in Round 6 and keeps title hopes alive in Primera Provincial
The Club Escacs Balàfia de Lleida secured an important half point in Round 6 of the 2026 Catalan Chess League, competing in the Primera Provincial de Lleida division. In this chess competition, each drawn match equals half a point in the overall standings — a crucial detail at this decisive stage of the season.
The match was intense and closely contested, with several games decided in the final stages. Balàfia demonstrated strategic solidity, strong opening preparation, and accurate endgame technique — key elements in maintaining the overall balance of the match.
Key individual victories
We would like to highlight the Balàfia players who achieved individual wins on their boards, contributing essential points toward the team’s overall result. Their focus, tactical awareness, and competitive spirit proved decisive.
The club would also like to thank all players who represented Balàfia, showing commitment and sportsmanship in the competitive chess scene in Lleida.
Second place in the standings with everything to play for
After six rounds in the Primera Provincial de Lleida, Balàfia currently sits second in the overall standings, with one final round remaining in the 2026 Catalan Chess League.
The situation is clear: a victory against the league leaders in the final round would give Balàfia a real chance of winning the title. The season finale promises to be exciting and reflects the steady growth of the Club Escacs Balàfia project in Lleida.
More information
Official results:
https://escacs.cat/index.php/component/fce?op=20&tasca=resultats#/grup/2026025/acta/28965
League standings:
https://escacs.cat/index.php/component/fce?op=20&tasca=quadreClassificacio&idGrup=2026025&submit=true&temporada=2026
From Club Escacs Balàfia, we encourage all our players and members to continue competing and participating in next week’s decisive round. Together, we keep promoting chess in Lleida and strengthening the Balàfia project. ♟️
