Goa’s IM Ethan Vaz scripted history by becoming the first ever Goan to win Gold at the National Junior Under-19 Chess Championship in the Open category, achieving the feat at just 14 years of age. Scoring an unprecedented 10.5 points in 11 rounds, Ethan’s dominating performance saw him finish a remarkable 1.5 points clear of the field. The championship was held in Jamshedpur from December 16 to 24, 2025.
Ethan Vaz scripted history by becoming the first ever Goan to win Gold at the National Junior Under-19 Chess Championship
