Our Erode District Proud tobe Mr. P. Iniyan Grand Master

We are Proud to Announce that Master Iniyan of Erode District Become a Grand Master.

Getting GM norm is the greatest in International Chess Tournaments.

15 -years old  INIYAN secured his third and final GM norm in XLI Barbera Del Velles international open chess tournament , held at Barcelona, Spain from July 4-12. 

INIYAN successfully finished this tournament by getting 2nd place.

INIYAN scored 7/9,with performance rating of 2644 and increased 22 rating points.

Without any loss , he defeated 2 GM's, drew with 3 GM's and 1 IM.

Among 90 players from 17 countries, INIYAN started as 18th player and completed in 2nd place, he faced players from 8 countries. 

With greatest support from his sponsor  OLIRUM ERODU FOUNDATION, his coach Mr. K.VISWESWARAN and his school  THE INDIAN PUBLIC SCHOOL, he achieved this high level.

Our thanks to all who supports INIYAN .P

                                                                                                                 Dr. S. Ramesh,
                                                                Secretary,
                                                                    EDCC.