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WSOB CANNES - NEWS: MARCO FORNASIR APPOINTED AS TD

Posted By: Andy Bell
Date: Sunday, 12 July 2009, at 11:46 a.m.

WSOB CANNES NEWS RELEASE 12th July 2009

World Series of Backgammon is delighted to announce World Backgammon Federation's general secretary, Marco Fornasir, has been appointed Tournament Director for its forthcoming tournament in Cannes from July 21 - 26.

Marco has been one of the most prominent and respected figures in world backgammon for over 20 years with very many prestigious events under the WBF banner.

Marco commented "I am delighted to be working with the WSOB and am excited about working on a new project".

WSOB director Andy Bell: "Marco is one of the top three TDs in the world game and I am delighted he is on board, with more than 150 players expected in the Main event, it's crucial to have a big name at the head of the event".

Backgammon in London's Mike Main, who has quickly become one of the most respected event managers in Europe and who is currently working on the tournament team in Monte Carlo at the World Championships, will work alongside Marco.

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