Julian Hodgson
Welsh chess player and grandmaster

Born
July 25th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Wales
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A grandmaster in chess, achieved the title in 1995. Competed in various international tournaments, contributing to the competitive chess scene. Represented Wales in multiple Chess Olympiads, showcasing skills against top players worldwide. Authored several chess books and articles, promoting chess education and strategy.
Achieved grandmaster title in 1995
Represented Wales in Chess Olympiads
Authored multiple chess books
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