Mill Hill Schoolboy Crowned National Under-Eight Chess Champion
Eight-year-old Sultan Sharkhanov secured the title at the Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal after learning the game two years ago.
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Sultan Sharkhanov, an eight-year-old pupil at Millbrook Park CE Primary School in Mill Hill, has been named the national under-eight chess champion. He secured the title at the Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal, the culmination of the UK’s largest chess competition for children.
The tournament took place on October 17 and 18 at Blenheim Palace. Sharkhanov achieved a score of 9.5 points from 11 games. This performance placed him ahead of runner-up Martin Tate Yap, who finished with nine points.
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Sharkhanov's journey to the championship began just two years ago when he started learning chess. He has been participating in competitive matches for approximately one year. Sarah Longson, chief executive of the Delancey UK Chess Challenge, noted Sharkhanov's rapid progress and composure during the tournament.
“What's particularly striking is how quickly he has progressed. He has only been playing competitive chess for about a year, yet he's already achieving these results against some exceptionally talented young players.”
Sarah Longson, chief executive of the Delancey UK Chess Challenge
The Delancey UK Chess Challenge sees around 20,000 young players participate annually. Sharkhanov's victory follows a series of successes, including joint first place at the London Junior Chess Championships and a perfect score win at the EJCOA National Youth Finals earlier this year.
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His family stated that Sharkhanov's enjoyment of the game is a primary motivator. He finds satisfaction in exploring new tactics and discovering unexpected moves during matches. Chess has also provided him with opportunities to build friendships with other players he meets at competitions.
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+How old is the national under-eight chess champion?
The national under-eight chess champion, Sultan Sharkhanov, is eight years old. He attends Millbrook Park CE Primary School in Mill Hill and achieved his title at the Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal.
+When and where was the Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal held?
The Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal took place on October 17 and 18. The tournament was held at Blenheim Palace.
+What was Sultan Sharkhanov's score in the tournament?
Sultan Sharkhanov finished the Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal with 9.5 points. He played 11 games in total to secure the national under-eight chess championship title.
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