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Hendon 2 narrowly lose at home

13 November, 2026

Yesterday saw two Middlesex League matches at the Cumberland Club. Hendon 2 lost 3½–2½ to Muswell Hill 1 in Division 1, while Hendon 4 won their internal Division 3 match 4–2 against Hendon 6.

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Perfect six for Khaliunaa at November Hendon FIDE Blitz!

7 November, 2026

It was a perfect evening for WCM Gankhulug Khaliunaa, who swept aside the competition to win the November Hendon FIDE Blitz with a magnificent 6/6, finishing a full point clear of her nearest rivals.

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Clean sweep at home in the League!

17 October, 2026

Three Hendon teams played at home in the Middlesex League last Thursday. I’m delighted to report that Hendon 1, 3 and Barnet Knights all came away with wins against strong opposition!

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