HCL Extends Support to South Zone Bridge Open Championship in Trivandrum

Trivandrum Hosts Kerala’s Largest Bridge Tournament from October 25 to 27

Trivandrum: The upcoming HCL South Zone Bridge Open Championship, set to take place from October 25 to 27, 2024, at the Hycinth Hotel in Thampanoor, Trivandrum, is expected to be Kerala’s largest bridge event. Supported by HCL, this championship will bring together over 200 players, both national and international, to compete for a total prize purse of Rs. 4 lakhs.

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About the Championship

Organized by the Kairali Bridge Association

The event is organized by the Kairali Bridge Association and features 30 teams from across India, including those from Bengal, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu, as well as players from Sri Lanka, adding an international element to the tournament.

HCL’s Commitment to Promoting Bridge

Elevating the Sport Across India

Mr. Rajat Chandolia, AVP and Head of Brand & Strategy at HCL Group, highlighted the company’s commitment to promoting bridge at all levels. “Through zonal championships like this, we aim to strengthen the sport at a pan-India level by encouraging greater participation and elevating the game across regions,” said Chandolia. HCL, known for hosting one of the largest international bridge championships annually, is extending this commitment to zonal championships in an effort to build a robust foundation for the sport at the state and regional levels.

History and Evolution of the South Zone Bridge Championship

From Regional to National Level

The South Zone Bridge Championship was first held in 1975, initially attracting teams primarily from Southern India. With HCL’s support, the championship has now been elevated to an all-India open tournament approved by the Bridge Federation of India (BFI), making it eligible for Federation Master Points. This upgrade is significant for the national player grading system, bringing higher recognition and competition standards.

Key Events in the Championship

Three Prestigious Competitions Await the Participants

Team-of-Four Duplicate
Competing teams will vie for the HCL Rolling Trophy, symbolizing one of the event’s highest honors.
Match Point Pairs Event
This event features top pairs competing for the Dr. KV Jacob Memorial Trophy, honoring one of the sport’s esteemed figures.
Swiss Pairs Event
Participants in this thrilling event will compete for the prestigious Synthite Trophy.

Notable Participants and Global Presence

Top National and International Players to Compete

India’s renowned bridge players, R. Krishnan and P. Sridhar from Chennai, are set to participate in the event. Adding to the global appeal, prominent international players like Asantha De Mel from Sri Lanka will also join, bringing a competitive edge and international camaraderie to the championship.