Points to Remember
- He finished eighth in the event with 6.5 points from nine rounds and four others.
- He earned his third GM norm and surpassed the requisite 2,500 (Elo) threshold here.
- M R Lalith Babu, another Indian player, took first place in the tournament with seven points.
- He was victorious due to a stronger tie-break score after tying with three other competitors, including Anton Korobov of Ukraine.
What is in the News?
Bharath Subramaniyam, 14, became India’s 73rd chess Grandmaster on January 9, 2022.
At an event in Cattolica, Italy, he earned his third and final Grandmaster norm.
Bharath has six victories
Bharath finished the season with six victories and one tie. He was defeated by Korobov and Lalith Babu in both games.
When did Bharath won first GM norm?
After placing 11th position he earned his first GM norm in the Aeroflot Open in Moscow in February 2020. In October 2021, he won his second GM norm at the Junior Roundtable Under 21 tournament in Bulgaria. With 6.5 points, he came in fourth place.
What steps does a player need to take to become a Grandmaster (GM)?
A player must achieve three GM norms and a live rating of 2,500 Elo points in order to become a GM.
When did Subramaniyam become a Master of the World?
At the age of 11 years and 8 months, Subramaniyam had achieved the status of International Master.
Who were the 72nd and 71st General Managers?
In November 2021, Mitrabha Guha was appointed as India’s 72nd General Manager, while Sankalp Gupta was appointed as the 71st General Manager.
What does it mean to be a Grandmaster (GM)?
Chess players are given the title of Grandmaster. FIDE, the world chess association, bestows it. It is the greatest honour bestowed upon a chess player. Once you’ve earned this title, you’ll keep it for the rest of your life. However, the title can be withdrawn due to unexplained cheating. All players, regardless of gender, are eligible for the GM title.
