Iniyan Panneerselvam Triumphs at 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Panneerselvam won the 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament in Malaysia. |
| Winner | GM Iniyan Panneerselvam (India) |
| Tournament Name | 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament |
| Location | Malaysia |
| Date | Concluded on January 25, 2025 |
| Total Participants | 84 players |
| Countries Represented | 8 |
| Titled Players | 24 (including GMs, IMs, and FIDE Masters) |
| Iniyan's Score | 8.5 points in 9 rounds |
| Margin of Victory | 1.5 points ahead of the nearest rival |
| Key Opponents Defeated | 4 International Masters, 1 Grandmaster (Nguyen Van Huy) |
| Final Match | Defeated Vietnamese GM Nguyen Van Huy |
| Second Place | Indian IM VS Raahul |
| Third Place | Chinese IM Li Bo |
| Rating Points Gained | 15 rating points |