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He achieved his third and final Grandmaster norm on December 8, 2007, at the Pichay Cup...

December 8, 2007 · Wesley So · Chess · On this day

Wesley So

He achieved his third and final Grandmaster norm on December 8, 2007, at the Pichay Cup International Open (Manila, Philippines).

About Wesley So

Wesley So is a prominent Filipino-American chess grandmaster known for his exceptional skill and strategic prowess in the game. As a three-time U.S. Chess Champion and the inaugural World Fischer Random Chess Champion, he has made significant contributions to the chess world and continues to be a formidable competitor.

Nationality: Philippines
Born: October 9, 1993
FIDE Rating: 2,765
Peak Rating: 2822 (February 2017)
Ranking: No. 9 (June 2026)

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