The Nordic School Team Championships kicked off in Helsingborg today with six U13 squads battling through Round 1. The 90-minute time control keeps the pressure high, forcing young players to think fast without blundering into traps. Group B features some serious talent, and early pairings already show which teams came prepared. The round-robin format means every board matters. Mistakes pile up quick at this level, and one careless move can swing the team's entire standing. Watch for which squad's coaches drilled their opening prep hardest.
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