Étienne Bacrot

Chess player and grandmaster, won tournaments.

Étienne Bacrot - Athletes & Sports Figures born January 22nd, 1983
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Achieved the title of Grandmaster at 14 years old. Competed in various international tournaments, including the Corus Chess Tournament and the Chess World Cup. Represented France in multiple Chess Olympiads. Notable for contributions to chess theory and consistent performance in elite competitions.

Became Grandmaster at age 14

Won multiple French Championships

Participated in Chess Olympiads for France

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