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Saptarshi Roy

b. 1986

Indian chess player

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About Saptarshi Roy

Born 1986. Saptarshi Roy is an Indian chess player.

Saptarshi Roy (born 21 March 1986) is an Indian chess player, and India's 51st grandmaster.

Education He is a Graduate with a Bachelor of Science from Calcutta University in Kolkata.

Biography

Saptarshi Roy was the 51st Grandmaster of India and earned the title in April, 2018.

As a chess trainer, he has also trained various IM's and GM's.

He facilitated a strategic training session, "King Hunts by GM Saptarshi Roy" in partnership with ChessBase India.

Chess career International Master Title Spain Montcada 2006 National U-12 Champion 1998 A.P.

Join 3rd World youth Championship 1998 Paris, France.

National U-15 Champion 1999 Kerala.

Champion In Nepal International open 2010.Got 1st Grand Master Norm in Sant Marti Spain 2012

Got 2nd Grand Master Norm in Bangkok Open 2013. Got his final Grand Master norm and Became the 51st GM of Indian History.

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Important facts

Born
21 March 1986, Kolkata
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Chess player
Nationality
India
Also known as
Roy Saptarshi

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Saptarshi Roy?

Indian chess player

When was Saptarshi Roy born?

Saptarshi Roy was born on 21 March 1986 in Kolkata.

What is Saptarshi Roy's occupation?

Saptarshi Roy is a chess player.

What nationality is Saptarshi Roy?

Saptarshi Roy is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Saptarshi Roy

· Wikidata: Q27531195

· DBpedia: Saptarshi Roy

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