Chess Festival Cracovia. Alexander van der Merwe is a learner from Paul Roos Gymnasium, Stellenbosch. He took part in the XXXIII International Chess Festival Cracovia in Cracow Poland from 27 December till 4 January. Alexander was ranked 72nd, but finished in fourth place.
He scored 7 points and ended half a point behind the winner. Alexander had no losses during the festival!
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