Barbados’ senior chess players showed that experience, skill and competitive spirit remain a winning combination as they battled for honours in the 2026 Barbados National Senior Games Open.

Competition was contested across the 40+, 50+ and 65+ age categories, with Conrad Brits, Philip Roach and FIDE Master (FM) Philip Corbin emerging as the respective category champions.

In the 40+ category, Conrad Brits claimed first place, ahead of Renée Lashley in second and Jerome Stuart in third.

The 50+ category saw Philip Roach take top honours, with Stephen Browne securing second place and Errol Edward finishing third.

In the 65+ category, veteran FIDE Master Philip Corbin captured first place. Barbados Chess Federation President Allan Herbert finished second, while Othneil Harewood took third.

2026 Barbados National Senior Games Open – Medal Positions

40+
🥇 Conrad Brits – 1st
🥈 Renée Lashley – 2nd
🥉 Jerome Stuart – 3rd

50+
🥇 Philip Roach – 1st
🥈 Stephen Browne – 2nd
🥉 Errol Edward – 3rd

65+
🥇 FM Philip Corbin – 1st
🥈 Allan Herbert – 2nd
🥉 Othneil Harewood – 3rd

Congratulations to all of our Star Seniors on another strong showing over the chessboard! ♟️🇧🇧