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Björn Thorfinnsson

b. 1979

Icelandic chess player

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About Björn Thorfinnsson

Born 1979. Björn Thorfinnsson is an Icelandic chess player.

Björn Thorfinnsson (born 25 October 1979) is an Icelandic chess player and journalist. He holds the title of International Master.

In 1995, he was a member of Iceland's first-place Under-16 Chess Olympiad team.

He is the elder brother of chess grandmaster Bragi Thorfinnsson.

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Björn Þorfinnsson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Björn Thorfinnsson?

Icelandic chess player

When was Björn Thorfinnsson born?

Björn Thorfinnsson was born on 25 October 1979.

What is Björn Thorfinnsson's occupation?

Björn Thorfinnsson is a chess player.

What nationality is Björn Thorfinnsson?

Björn Thorfinnsson is Icelandic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Björn Thorfinnsson

· Wikidata: Q4919777

· DBpedia: Björn Thorfinnsson

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