Sunday, August 14, 2005

Scottish GM Jonathan Rowson wins British Chess Championship

(British Chess Championship 2006)

GM Jonathan Rowson defended his title after he grabbed first place at the Smith & Williamson British Chess Championships. The competition was weaker then last year`s although first prize was £10,000.

Final standings:
1. ROWSON,Jonathan W SCO g 2599 8½
2. CONQUEST,Stuart ENG g 2503 8
3. HASLINGER,Stewart G ENG m 2412 8
4. EMMS,John M ENG g 2509 7½
5. PERT,Richard ENG m 2424 7½ etc.


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