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NEW YORK — Philippine National Master Mario Rebano triumphed in the five-day World Open Chess U 2000 Tournament 2024 in Philadelphia, defeating 226 players from around the world, including his Armenian contender in the final match.Rebano, a native of Barangay Sagkahan, Tacloban, Leyte, and a survivor of Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013, faced significant financial challenges on his journey to the world title.
You have to dream, study, and work hard to achieve it. Preparation and everything," he said.Rebano highlighted the "lack of support" for talented players in the Philippines, emphasizing that many skilled individuals could shine if given proper backing. "There are many talented players in our country, but the problem is the lack of support. If they receive support, their true talents will shine.
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