Messi of Chess

‘Messi of Chess’ Oro inches closer to becoming youngest GM

Oro first gained global attention last year when, at just 10 years old, he defeated world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen.

10-year-old ‘Messi of Chess’ beats Magnus Carlsen

“I’m very happy. It’s amazing for me because I had never faced [Carlsen],” said Oro after the game on Saturday.