Filipino Chess Master Roel Abelgas Takes Second in Asian Amateur Rapid Championships
Source: news.source.bworldonline
FIDE Master Roel Abelgas from the Philippines secured second place at the Asian Amateur Open Rapid Chess Championships held in Hong Kong. Despite primarily focusing on coaching, Abelgas managed to edge out compatriot Alekhine Nouri on tiebreaks after both finished with eight points. The tournament was won by Mongolian FM Khishigbat Ulziikhishig with 8.5 points.
Key Points
Roel Abelgas, a Filipino FIDE Master, finished second in the Asian Amateur Open Rapid Chess Championships.
Abelgas defeated Indian Tuli Utkrisht in the final round and edged out Alekhine Nouri on tiebreaks.
Khishigbat Ulziikhishig from Mongolia won the tournament with 8.5 points.
Alekhine Nouri, the national juniors champion, placed third after winning the blitz section the previous day.
Abelgas, who has been focusing on coaching, demonstrated his competitive prowess despite his recent emphasis on teaching.
