Abhimanyu Mishra’s Stellar Performance in Spain

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Young chess talent Abhimanyu Mishra has demonstrated exceptional skill by achieving identical scores of 7½ out of 9 in two consecutive open chess tournaments held in Spain. He achieved this impressive feat at both the Semana Santa Open in Alicante and the Menorca Open, where he shared the top spot in the standings.

The 17-year-old prodigy maintained an undefeated streak throughout both competitions. This remarkable performance not only earned him significant recognition but also resulted in a substantial gain of 15.3 rating points. Consequently, Mishra’s recent successes have propelled him to the sixth position in the live ratings among junior chess players worldwide.

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