AWARD of Julia’s Fairies 2022-I
Informal Tournament (1.1.2022-30.6.2022)
Judge: Vlaicu Crişan
The overall quality of the tournament is rather high, as in the first draft of the award I retained more than half of the competing entries. Then I decided to change my approach and proceed in a different way by establishing the rank level for each composition:
- Prize: Must be in the FIDE Album
- Honorable Mention: Should be in the FIDE Album
- Commendation: Could be in the FIDE Album
The prize winners stuck in my memory long time after viewing all the problems. All are simply outstanding pieces of work – clearly the best in their categories – and produce sheer enjoyment.
Wonderfully detailed award. Excellent analysis and explanation of the thematic content. Enjoying the reading. Thanks Vlaicu.