New Malaysian names in the FIDE list
By GilaChess on Apr 5, 2008 in Ratings
Congratulations to
- Gerald Soh Han Loong (2119),
- Noorullah Omar (2002),
- Gavin Fong Wei Chern (1900),
- Morsin Ahmad (1869),
- Elgin Lee Kah Meng (1866),
- Abang Azman Abang Draup (1736) &
- Mohamad Chan Mahathir (1717)
who had made it in the latest FIDE Rating List.
:P
I think that everyone should have an opportunity to get a FIDE rating as it is not really such a big deal especially now that the entry point is rather low.
When I was an active player many years ago the entry point was 2200 and it was so difficult that FIDE allowed 50% scores in events like the Asian Cities to be given a 2205 rating and we even organised special rating tournaments to create 2200+ players so we had a pool of players to help the rest get ratings.
Unfortunately many of the players of my generation immediately instead “retired” once the got their 2200+ rating.
FIDE apparently recognised there was a money making opportunity by creating a new award - that of Candidate Master (CM) - which basically means someone who aspires to be a Master, by targeting chess enthusiasts who fall short of becoming an FM, IM or GM.
But be advised that CM is not recognised as a title in meeting FIDE title regulations but basically if you have a 2200+ rating who can play a fee you can get a certificate from FIDE with CM on it.
So for the many Malaysian who have a 2200+ rating and want some recognition for your hard work, just write in to MCF who will advise FIDE and you will also become a CM.
Peter Long | Apr 8, 2008 | Reply