We’re thrilled to announce the outstanding achievement of Prajeet ML, who emerged Under-10 District Champion at the District Level Chess Tournament held on 3rd August 2025 in Thoothukudi.
Facing a large and competitive field of 90 players over 6 rounds, Prajeet delivered a flawless performance—scoring a perfect 6 out of 6. His brilliant play earned him a remarkable performance rating of 2200, an extraordinary feat for his age.
In a thrilling finish, two players tied with perfect scores. A blitz tiebreak was held to determine the champion, and Prajeet kept his composure under pressure to win the playoff and claim 1st place.
Starting as the 59th seed, Prajeet’s climb to the top spot shows his determination, sharp calculation, and fighting spirit—qualities that define a true champion.
👏 Congratulations, Prajeet! This victory is a shining example of hard work and mental toughness paying off. We at Tamil Chess Coach are incredibly proud and excited to see what you’ll achieve next!
— Tamil Chess Coach