International Master Loïc Travadon Triumphs at Open "Villa de Benasque"!


What an incredible achievement! 
International Master Loïc Travadon "reconciled" a whole constellation of Grandmasters to clinch victory at the Open "Villa de Benasque." A huge congratulations to him!
With over 500 participants, this tournament was a true test of skill and endurance. Travadon's performance was nothing short of spectacular, proving that determination and sharp play can overcome even the most formidable opponents.
We've featured one of the winner's games on our site – we highly encourage you to check it out and see the mastery in action!


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