Kaufman was awarded the GM title by winning the World Senior Open rather than by the traditional route of earning three GM norms in tournaments and a rating over 2500. But he is still a GM and an outstanding player and openings expert.
Youngest Player in History to beat GM in classical tournament game
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What an outstanding performance for a 9 y.o.
That was a great game! Thanks for posting it!
Aug 24, 2012
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Wonderful story. Inspiring. Thanks for sharing it (and the game).
Why not take the pawn on b2? 20 ... Qb2?
What's the kid's rating?
Awonder Liang - which country?
From USA
Shadowknight911 wrote:
USCF rating is 2115.
Not bad.
andrewfedosov wrote:
18. ... Bxe5! gave the white no chances. Very strange game for a grandmaster...
what am I missing 18...Bxe5 19 NxBe5 and it is at least complex. 19...RxNe5 20 Qd1+ etc.
Shadowknight911 wrote:
Awonder's brother is named Adream.
or Whoskissinghernow
Mar 15, 2013
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#17
Awonder has a chance to also become the youngest USCF Master in history. Right now he is only 11 rating points short. I believe he will be playing this weekend in St. Louis. With a good tournament he could break that record as well.
Mar 21, 2013
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#18
Very close now. Win over NM Eric Santarius in round 4 didn't hurt him.
Mar 21, 2013
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#19
Awonder is five points short and will be playing this Saturday at the State Action Championships in Fitchburg.
Awonder Liang - 9 years, 3 months, 20 days beat GM Larry Kaufman this weekend.