Peter Biyiasas
Chess player and Canadian champion
Born
November 19th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in Greece and later moving to Canada, a prominent chess player during the late 20th century. Achieved the title of Canadian Chess Champion in 1979. Competed in numerous international chess tournaments, contributing to the chess community both in Canada and internationally. Biyiasas also served as a chess coach, supporting the development of future chess players.
Won the Canadian Chess Championship in 1979
Competed in international chess tournaments
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