The UK Backgammon Federation
It is with profound sadness that we pass on the news of the recent passing of Lee Genud, World Champion, author, teacher and an inspirational force in women’s backgammon. We are indebted to Karen Davis for a tribute to Lee and her legendary backgammon career, and to Kent Goulding for some very personal reminiscences of Lee.
It was with great sadness to learn that JC has passed away, aged 70, after a long and brave battle with cancer. John was one of the finest UK players of the last 30 years, and a man of tremendous eloquence and insouciant charm who enriched the lives of many. [Read more…]
In a packed and dramatic couple of days we have our Undefeated finalist, the great Pia Jeppesen, one of the hardest working and thoughtful players on the tour this last generation. A lovely, kind lady, with a great sense of humour, who is a credit to the game: [Read more…]
This pioneering and thrilling week of backgammon has been a tremendous success so far with an electrifying snap, crackle and pop to the sport, with upsets, sagas and drama a plenty. [Read more…]
“Soooo many grandmasters… every round, another grandmaster…” Thus spake a somewhat soulful Roni Sofroniou after a successful tournament, but losing a gut-wrenching thriller to Fernando Braconi in a later round. [Read more…]
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