SERBIA is the CHAMPION of the First Balkan League!

After five thrilling rounds of competitive chess, Serbia has emerged as the undisputed winner of the first season of the Balkan League!

With a commanding performance throughout the tournament, Serbia dominated the standings, finishing with an impressive 593 points, far ahead of their competitors.

From the very first round, Serbia displayed exceptional skill and teamwork, consistently gathering points and maintaining their lead. Their victory was confirmed in the final round, securing their place as the top-performing team of the season.

🏅 Final Overall Standings

Serbia's achievement is a testament to their players' dedication and strategic prowess. The gap between Serbia and the second-place club, with 227 points, reflects their dominance this season. It was a monumental effort, and they’ve set a high bar for future seasons of the Balkan League.

Rank	Country	Club	Total Points
1		Srbija Tim	593
2		BULGARIA	227
3		Team Romania	207
4		Croatian Team	69
5		Albania Team	46
6		Bosnia and Herzegovina	42
6		MACEDONIA FOREVER	42
8		TÜRKİYE CHESS PLAYERS	34
9		Team Slovenija	18
10		Greece	13
11		Crna Gora	11

🥇 Medals

The top 3 clubs are invited to proudly display their respective medals in the "About Club" description to highlight their achievement. Below are the medals available for download:

(You can simply right-click on the medal and select "Save image as..." to download it in full quality)

⭐ Top Performing Players

We are proud to announce the top 3 individual performers who have contributed the most points to their clubs. These outstanding players will receive 1-month premium Chess.com membership as recognition for their exceptional performance throughout the season.

Rank	Prize	Player / Club	Total Points
1		@batazaki (Srbija Tim)	70
2		@dragancolic10 (Srbija Tim)	65
3		@AngryAngelo (Croatian Team)	47

These players have demonstrated remarkable skill and consistency, contributing significantly to their clubs' success. We extend our congratulations to them and encourage all participants to aim high in the next season.

📊 Season Matches

For those interested in reviewing the results and matches from each round of the first season, the links are provided below. Each round featured exciting games and intense competition.

📅 Upcoming Events

With the conclusion of the first season of the Balkan League, we now look ahead to the next chapter. The second season will kick off in January 2025, bringing new opportunities for players and clubs to shine.

We encourage all players to review their games, reflect on their strategies, and prepare for another thrilling season. Your continued passion and commitment are what make the Balkan League a success.

🏆 Thank You to All Participants!

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the first season of the Balkan League. Your dedication and enthusiasm have been truly inspiring, and we're excited to see even more players join us in the upcoming season, starting in January 2025.

We invite all players who want to join this league to do so. If you are interested in representing your country, please join the club that represents your country. Your participation can make a significant difference and help your team achieve greater success.

You can learn more about it on our blog.

Congratulations once again to Serbia for a phenomenal performance. We look forward to seeing everyone back in action in the next season of the Balkan League!