News / Shymkent 2024

Free Day at the Women’s Grand Prix in Monaco

With 5 intense rounds behind them, the players of the Women’s Grand Prix in Monaco enjoyed a well-deserved free day, taking in some of the principality’s most iconic landmarks. The day’s itinerary included an exclusive private tour of the world-renowned Monte-Carlo Casino followed by a visit to the Monaco Chess Club.

The private tour of the Monte-Carlo Casino was a unique and privileged experience. The players had the rare opportunity to explore areas typically off-limits to the public, including the stunning private rooms that have hosted some of the most high-stakes games in history. Of particular interest was the Super Privé Room, an opulent space designed for the casino’s most distinguished guests. This room even boasts its own private entrance, ensuring an unparalleled level of exclusivity and discretion for elite patrons.
The players who took part in the tour included Sara Khadem, Bibisara Assaubayeva, Humpy Koneru, Elisabeth Pähtz, and Batkhuyag Munguntuul. The visit provided them with a chance to engage with the club’s rich history and its role in promoting chess in Monaco. The visit provided them with a chance to engage with Monaco’s rich history and its role in hosting some of the world’s most exclusive events.

Following the casino tour, the group made their way to the Monaco Chess Club, a key institution in the local chess scene. The club’s intimate yet prestigious atmosphere reflects the principality’s deep appreciation for the game.
The free day allowed the players to unwind and experience Monaco’s luxury and heritage while strengthening their camaraderie off the board. With renewed energy, they now return to the competition, ready to showcase their best chess in the upcoming rounds of the Women’s Grand Prix.