Jorden van Foreest

Dutch chess grandmaster

Jorden van Foreest - Dutch chess grandmaster
Born

April 30th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A chess grandmaster from the Netherlands, earned the title in 2019. Achieved significant recognition by winning the 2021 Dutch Chess Championship. Competed at an international level, participating in prestigious tournaments such as the Tata Steel Chess Tournament. Gained attention for notable performances against top-ranked players and contributed to the chess community through various events.

Won the 2021 Dutch Chess Championship

Participated in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament

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