Le McDonald's in Marigot hosted the back-to-school tournament for chess players, bringing together twenty-two participants from all over the region. The competition turned to the advantage of the Dutch, who were largely represented at the forefront.
The fight for first place was played between Dawid Baszak et Dyshaun SandersonAfter a very close duel that ended in a draw, the two players remained perfectly equal. It was ultimately the computer system that separated the two leaders., designating Dawid Baszak as the winner to the nearest thousandth, while Sanderson had to settle for second place on the podium.
Behind this duo, Jibri Klaren secured third place, confirming the Dutch supremacy, completed by Vivik Sabnani and Alejandro Estevez. Michel Bernard finished sixth. For young people, Léon Lubrani Portefaix made a strong impression. Seventh in the overall standings with four points, he particularly distinguished himself by delivering a fierce match against Sanderson. Feminine side, Roksana Zare, student atAUC, signed a good performance with an eleventh place, demonstrating his determination against seasoned opponents.
Beyond the results, the event has confirmed the vitality of chess in Saint-Martin and its regional appeal. This chess season opens a promising season, driven by the emergence of new talents and increasingly competitive clashes.
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