The Chess Federation of Uzbekistan held an awards ceremony for the year's laureates at the Republican Specialized Chess School for Children and Adolescents. A press conference dedicated to the results of 2018 took place, discussing the current state of Uzbek chess, the achievements of Uzbek players in international tournaments and world championships, and the introduction of chess as a subject in general education schools. Afterward, winners in various categories were awarded diplomas and commemorative gifts.