A chess prodigy, Vachier-Lagrave earned the title of grandmaster in 2005 at age 14. In 2007, he won the French Chess Championship, and in 2009, won the World Junior Chess Championship and the Biel Grandmaster Tournament. He repeated as French Chess Champion in 2011 and 2012 and as the winner of the Biel Grandmaster Tournament in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. He won the Sinquefield Cup in 2017 and 2021 and competed in the Candidates Tournament 2020–21, placing second.
Vie et carrière
He has participated in the Chess Olympiad and in the European Team Chess Championship, representing France. He also represents French esports organization Team Vitality.
Faits clés
- Domaine : Sports
Héritage et influence
The influence of Maxime Vachier-Lagrave extends far beyond his own lifetime. He fundamentally shaped sports and human performance, and his records and competitive achievements remain foundational to this day.
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