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Category: News
General news about the BCC and the chess world
Vallejo Pons confirms for the Thailand Open 2011
Francisco Vallejo Pons, rated 2698, a Spanish chess prodigy who achieved the grandmaster title at only 16, and was under-18 World Chess Champion in 2000, has confirmed his participation in the Thailand Open 2011. His fans often refer to him as Paco, a common nickname for Francisco in Spanish.
Fielding three of the world top 100 players, the Thailand Open promises to be one of the most exciting tournaments of 2011 – a great chance to experience chess at the highest level, and score that elusive GM norm!
Holiday season
Seasons greetings. Friday meetings at Woodstock fall on the 24th and the 31st, so there will be no formal chess club – however you might still get a game if you show up. Bull’s Head should be unaffected.
Have a very merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!
Woodstock’s rooftop will be open on December 31, with fireworks, BBQ Pizza and more entertainment.
Club Championship 2011
The Bangkok Chess Club Championship has started. There are two groups, imaginatively entitled A and B, and games can be played by arrangement with your opponent at either the Bull’s Head or Woodstock. More details and crosstables here
WGM Vera Nebolsina registered for the Thailand Open
The 2007 World Under-20 Girls Champion, WGM Vera Nebolsina of Russia (rated 2377), has registered to play at the 2011 Thailand Open.
She is definitely my tip to be our first lady champion!