Istanbul: International Master Mohammad Fahad Rahman of Bangladesh defeated Grandmaster Quparadze Giga of Georgia in the 5th round of the Grandmaster event of the FUBY Academy Norm Chess Tournament Series 3 held in Istanbul, Turkey today. IM Fahad, utilizing the white pieces, effectively countered the Sicilian Defense employed by GM Quparadze Giga, securing victory after 32 strategic moves.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, following the completion of the fifth round, IM Mohammad Fahad Rahman has amassed a total of 43 points. This achievement positions him in a solo lead in the tournament standings, showcasing his exceptional performance in the ongoing series.