A football-like atmosphere at the European Championship in Katowice (opens in new tab)

With almost 500 participants, the European Individual Championship in Katowice proved to be an attractive tournament for chess players in the Old Continent. However, it was somewhat lacking in top-level players. Among the "rank and file" was Roger Lorenz, who was impressed by the organisation, though less so by his own result. Nevertheless, his overall conclusion is positive. | Photos: Roger Lorenz