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Talent from Schramberg - Five-year-old Emil from Sulgen - soon he will checkmate everyone

Five-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Shines in Competitions

At age five, Emil Dold won his first tournament and ranked sixth among 28 players in the U8 Württemberg youth championship.

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Emil Dold from Sulgen started playing chess at four and triumphed in his debut tournament in Albstadt in September 2022.

He secured sixth place among 28 players in the U8 category at the Württemberg youth championships with four wins and one draw.

Emil also enjoys soccer, Ju Jutsu, and number puzzles, practices chess daily alone, and joined the Schramberg chess club.

His parents emphasize enjoyment, fair play, and empathy over competition and support his participation in upcoming events like the Grand Prix in Nusplingen.

It's all about the fun of the game.
— Emil Dold's parents explain that their son is primarily focused on enjoying the game of chess.

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