IM Robert Hess has clinched a 10-round GM norm after 8 rounds. He clinched clear first with a draw against IM Robson in round 9. Tomorrow will be the final round.
Round 9 results:
IM Robson 1/2 IM Hess
IM Antal 1-0 GM Dashzegve
GM Kacheishvili 1/2 GM Gareev
Standings after 9 rounds:
1. IM Hess 7.0
2-3. GM Kacheishvili, GM Gareev 5.0
4. IM Robson 4.0
5. GM Dashzegve 3.5
6. IM Antal 2.5
Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
Susan Polgar
March 21, 2009
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Go Antal! Finally!
YEAH. GO HESS!!!