Ethan Vaz Becomes India's 96th Chess Grandmaster After Overcoming Challenges

Ethan Vaz has become India's 96th Grandmaster at the age of 14, overcoming significant challenges including the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster and relying on crowdfunding and family sacrifices. His journey highlights a remarkable rise in the chess world.

28 Jun, 01:16 — 28 Jun, 01:16

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From 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan to GM at 14: The Ethan Vaz story

Born months after the Fukushima nuclear disaster forced his parents to leave Japan, Ethan Vaz's journey to becoming India's 96th Grandmaster at just 14 has been defined by sacrifice and remarkable family support. From replacing cartoons with chess to navigating financial uncertainty, Ethan's rise mirrors both extraordinary talent and a family's all-in pursuit of a dream.

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Ethan Vaz Becomes India's 96th Chess Grandmaster After Overcoming Challenges

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From 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan to GM at 14: The Ethan Vaz story

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From 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan to GM at 14: The Ethan Vaz story

Making of India’s 96th GM Ethan Vaz: a nuke disaster, crowdfunding & family’s sacrifices

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