András Adorján

Hungarian chess player and author

András Adorján - Hungarian chess player and author
Born

March 31st, 1950
75 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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Born in 1950, this chess player achieved the title of International Grandmaster in 1980. Played in multiple Chess Olympiads representing Hungary, contributing to the team's successes. Authoring numerous chess books and articles, significantly advanced chess literature. Engaged in the promotion and popularization of chess through teaching and writing, influencing upcoming generations of players.

Achieved the title of International Grandmaster

Participated in multiple Chess Olympiads for Hungary

Authored influential chess literature

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