Rafael Vaganian
Chess Grandmaster and World Cup contender
Born
October 15th, 1951
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Armenia
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Achieved the title of International Grandmaster in 1978. Competed in multiple Chess Olympiads, representing Armenia and the Soviet Union. Gained recognition for strategic gameplay and innovative approaches in matches. Participated in Candidates Tournaments for the World Chess Championship and achieved notable placements, contributing to the prominence of Armenian chess on the global stage.
Obtained the International Grandmaster title in 1978
Represented Armenia in multiple Chess Olympiads
Competed in Candidates Tournaments for the World Chess Championship
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