International Master Barlo Nadera toppled Fide Master Christian Gian Karlo Arca of Dasmariñas City in the second round to grab a share of the early lead in the 2nd AQ Prime FIDE-rated standard chess tournament on Saturday, August 19, at the Robinsons Metro East in Pasig City.
The unbeaten Nadera shares the lead with Master Marie Antoinette San Diego of Dasmariñas City, Dale Bernardo of Angeles City and Alexis Emil Maribao of Caloocan City in the 2000 to 2399 ratings division.San Diego defeated FIDE Master Adrian Ros Pacis of Mandaluyong City, Bernardo outplayed National Master Mark Jay Bacojo of Dasmariñas City, Cavite and Maribao downed Marc Kevin Labog of Solano, Nueva Vizcaya for their second win in two games.
International Arbiter Rudy Ibanez is the tournament director.Aldwin Alegre, CEO of the sponsoring AQ Prime Entertainment, expressed commitment in supporting chess in the country, particularly promoting the standard gamem which is vital for Filipino players who are seeking to earn FIDE ranking points and chess titles.
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