The FIDE World Cup Under 8–12 concluded in Batumi after eleven days of play, with China finishing first in the medal standings after winning three gold medals, one silver and one bronze. Kazakhstan, France and India also collected gold medals, while India added two silvers and one bronze. The closing ceremony brought together players, coaches, parents and guests, and included a performance by Junior Eurovision 2024 winner Andria Putkaradze. | All photos: Mindia Malakhmadze

