Philippine Championship
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Frayna clinches Philippine women's chess title
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Janelle Mae Frayna, the Philippines' first Woman Grandmaster, has won the national women's chess championship in Malolos, Bulacan. Her victory secures her seventh appearance at the World Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, this September. Ruelle Canino finished second, also qualifying for the event.
Janelle Mae Frayna and Ruelle Canino secured victories in the 11th round to maintain their shared lead at 8.5 points in the Philippine National Women’s Chess Championship. The event, held in Malolos, Bulacan, features 16 players vying for the title and spots in the World Chess Olympiad. With four rounds remaining, the top contenders remain in strong position.