Karen Asrian

Armenian chess player and champion

Karen Asrian - Armenian chess player and champion
Born

April 24th, 1980
45 years ago

Died

2008
17 years ago — 28 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Armenia

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Achieved the title of Grandmaster in chess at a young age. Represented Armenia in numerous international chess tournaments, contributing to the national team's success. Played in multiple Chess Olympiads, securing a bronze medal in 2004. Won several national championships, highlighting skills and strategic thinking in competitive chess.

Achieved Grandmaster title

Competed in 2004 Chess Olympiad

Won multiple Armenian national championships

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