GM Norm
Filipino International Master Mark Jay Bacojo has tied for the lead in the Russian Chess Crown Standard A tournament in Moscow after defeating a local opponent in the penultimate round. The 19-year-old from Far Eastern University also secured his first Grandmaster norm with an impressive performance rating. He faces another Russian player in the final round for a chance to make history.
Imeripotiwa na AI
Argentinian chess prodigy Faustino Oro is set to compete in the Aeroflot Open 2026, aiming to secure his third grandmaster norm. In an interview, he expressed excitement about the tournament's rich history and his focus on performing against top opponents. Oro also shared insights on his preferences for chess formats and his views on the ongoing FIDE Candidates.