GM Cherniaev visits Blitz

Thursday 4 December, 2008

December’s ‘First Thursday’ Hendon Blitz Tournament had the honour of a visit from Russian GM Alexander Cherniaev (right – playing Chris Jones), who won the tournament with a 100% score. Steven Coles from Kings Head took 2nd place. Hendon’s top player was Cristian Mures, who took a clear 3rd place.

Top standings:

• 1: GM Alexander Cherniaev (6/6) Prize: £20
• 2: Steven Coles (4½/6)
• 3: Cristian Mures (4/6) Prize: £5 for highest Hendon player
• 4-7: Michael Bennett, Albert Ballardini, Shane McCabe, Chris Jones (3½/6)
• 8-11: David Iwi, Genga Somupillai, Liviu Enciu, Graeme Lennard (3/6)
• 12-14: Petr Limonov, Frank Sabin, Faye Ainscow (2/6)
• 15-16: Ray Pliskin, Edwin Landau (1/6)

16 players participated.