Proleiko Crowned at Royal Rumble Bash

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Julian Proleiko blasted away the combatants at the Royal Rumble Bash, held at the Chess Club on July 13. Julian recently returned from a trip to Russia, where he got a chance to attend a round of the Tal Memorial Super Tournament in Moscow. He even received an autograph from the World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at the event. 

Julian must have picked up a few tips while he was there as he went unchallenged throughout the day. “Call child services on this kid”, commented a parent as Julian easily handled each of his opponents. He has now shot up to the “A” Class, but no one expects him to stay there long as he's already got his sights set on becoming an expert.

The Van Scoys traveled to the contest all the way from Ohio. Both Gavin and Ellison went home happy as they both earned a trophy. Diamond Shakoor added another trophy to her pile. Erik Ely smashed his rook on the back row for a last round comeback checkmate. Ely won the U800 trophy. Jeffrey Ying came out of nowhere to claim the U600 prize. The Chalis showed up late to the clash. But the brother and sister duo ended up taking home two trophies from the Bash.

The last “Bash” of the summer will be held on August 13th right after a week of chess Summer Camps. Click here to register or for more information!

SwissSys Standings: Royal Rumble Bash