NewzVille Sports Desk
Mayank Chakraborty scripted history on his name on the chess board as Assam got its first-ever Chess Grand Master. International Master Chakraborty has achieved the final norm in Sweden, to be the 94th Grand Master of India.
16-year-old International Master Mayank Chakraborty officially secured his final Grandmaster norm at the 8th GM Tournament in Hotel Stockholm North, Sweden, yesterday.
Mayank dominated the field with a stellar performance, finishing first with 7 points out of 9. By defeating top seeds and maintaining an unbeaten streak in his final rounds, he has also crossed the mandatory 2500 FIDE rating barrier to be a grandmaster.
With this achievement, Mayank became the first-ever Grand Master from Assam and the North East region. The sports community in Silchar and across the state has erupted in celebration. This milestone is seen as a major boost for chess in the region, proving that with dedication, the highest echelons of global sport are within reach.
Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswasarma congratulated Mayank Chakraborty for becoming the first from the Northeast and. He said it a proud moment for the state and wished the young chess player continued success in his journey.
