Ved Phaur Secures Bronze at World Junior Chess Championship
Nagpur's 11-year-old chess prodigy shines at the global stage.
Ved Phaur won bronze at the IBCA World Junior Chess Championship.
He scored 6.5 points in a competitive nine-round event.
Ved is coached by Jitendra Thakre and supported by HelpChess Foundation.
In a remarkable achievement, 11-year-old Ved Phaur from Nagpur has secured a bronze medal at the 13th IBCA World Junior Chess Championship held in Hersonissos, Crete, Greece. Competing against a field of talented players, Ved represented India and finished with an impressive score of 6.5 points in the nine-round Swiss format tournament.
The championship saw fierce competition, with Michal Racis from Poland taking home the gold medal and William Johansson from Sweden earning silver, both finishing with 7.5 points. Ved, who was seeded 12th among 17 players with a rating of 1700, showcased his skills and determination throughout the event.
Earlier this year, Ved demonstrated his potential at the Super Heroes Cup, where he triumphed over Darshan Kshirsagar in the round of 16 and put up a strong fight against Darpan Inani in the quarter-finals. His consistent performance has made him a rising star in the chess community.
Ved trains under the guidance of Jitendra Thakre at the Chanakya Chess Academy and also practices at Chess Pathshala Academy with Grandmaster Swapnil Dhopade. His training regimen is further supported by Shubham Lakudkar, who serves as his full-time coach. The HelpChess Foundation has also played a crucial role in supporting Ved's journey in chess.
Looking ahead, Ved's success at the World Junior Championship is expected to open up more opportunities for him in future competitions. His dedication and hard work may lead to further accolades as he continues to develop his skills on the international chess stage.
