Paulo Bersamina rules 2nd Edang Rapid Chess Tournament

Young chess sensation Paulo Bersamina stamped his class by routing all his opponents in the 2nd Edang Rapid Chess Tournament held last August 25 in Pasay City.

Bersamina posted 7.0 points in seven rounds, already assuring himself of the title as early as 6th round where he erected 1.5-point margin from his closest pursuer.

The 10-year old wonder boy from Cartimar authoritatively sealed his class by downing his competitor in the final round and won the tournament with a 2.0-point gap.

Ace Mary finished with 5.0 points to land in second place. Alex Imperial also posted 5.0 points but ended as third placer due to a lower bucholz point.

John Paul Pena and A. Padilla, who were 8th and 10th placers respectively overall with 4.0 points, received the “Top Edang Players” award.

Brgy. Kgwd. and Rev. Larry Teodoro of Brgy. 154, Zone 16 organized the event with the help of Pasay City Councilor RJ Cabrera (who provided the venue and cash prize) and the Malibay Chess Club.



Paulo Bersamina (holding the trophy) gamely accommodates the request of his fans from Edang and Malibay for a photo-op after the tournament.

(MORE PHOTOS TO COME)