44th Chess Olympiad mascot Thambi takes over Tamil Nadu- The New Indian Express

For the international tournament, 349 teams from 187 nations will be visiting Chennai, breaking previous records of participation.

44th FIDE Chess Olympiad Inaugurated In Chennai, India

Chess Olympiad will motivate youngsters- The New Indian Express

Kings and queens of world to hold court in Chennai- The New Indian Express

Andriy Volokitin on X: I am very impressed with the attention of Chennai and India to the Chess Olympiad. There are signs everywhere, Mascot Thambi. The organizers are trying hard to make the 44th Chess Olympiad the best. Great respect. / X

Chess Olympiad 2022: All set for first-ever championship in India! Schedule, venue, mascot, teams and more

Explained Chess Olympiad: Origins of the event, rules & India's rise to top seed and host - The Hindu

Chess Olympiad 2022: Medal rush expected for India amid home crowd cheers - BBC News

Chess Olympiad 2022: World's biggest Chess championship to begin today, here's all you need to know

Chess Olympiad 2022: World's biggest Chess championship to begin today, here's all you need to know

All eyes on India ahead of the 44th Chess Olympiad

A brown knight in a veshti, here's how Chess Olympiad's mascot 'Thambi' was created

What are some good chess academies to join in Chennai, India for beginners? - Quora