Goa’s Ethan Vaz Clinches Silver at National U-17 Chess Championship

14-year-old IM remains unbeaten with 9/11, secures berth for World and Asian Youth events Goa’s rising chess prodigy Ethan Vaz delivered a stellar performance at the 2025–26 National Under-17 Open Chess Championship in Ahmedabad, securing a silver medal with an unbeaten score of 9 out of 11. The 14-year-old International Master showcased exceptional consistency and skill throughout the tournament. With this achievement, Vaz has qualified for the 2026 World and Asian Youth Chess Championships. A former national junior champion, he is also set to represent India in both the Under-18 and Under-20 categories at upcoming global and continental events, further cementing his status as one of the country’s brightest young talents.