Coach NM Gerald Ferriol finished seventh at the 16th Kamatyas FIDE Open Chess Tournament
Coach NM Gerald Ferriol finished seventh at the 16th Kamatyas FIDE Open Chess Tournament on August 02, 2025 at the Vista Mall, Sta Rosa, Laguna. He witnessed a remarkable performance with an impressive score of 5.5/7 together with IM Paulo Bersamina, IM Emmanuel Garcia and IM Ricardo De Guzman and secured the higher tiebreak. He defeated 5 strong opponents namely the French Cobi Francisco, Gio Troy Ventura, Zeus Alexsis Paglinawan, Samantha Babol Umayan and WIM Antonette San Diego (Philippine Women Team).
Throughout the tournament, Coach Ferriol's style was both dynamic and classic, exhibiting a mastery of opening theories and endgame tactics that impressed spectators and peers alike. His reputation as a veteran coach and tactician shone through, as he demonstrated time and again the intricate artistry of the game.
Binan Chess Association Officers: Treasurer Billy Pura and President NM Gerald Ferriol
In the 3rd round, Black (Coach Gerald) played Kf7, taking advantage of Concio's <15 seconds time left instead of Kh8= and lost the game.
Coach Gerald played Ne7+ Black will either checkmate or queenless.
Coach Gerald played the brilliant Rxf7!! Nxe5 Qf4 g5 Rxe7+! +-
With an interesting position against IM Ricardo De Guzman.
With an overwhelming position against WIM San Diego. Coach Gerald played Qa3!?.
The result of round seven (7).
The Final Standing after seven (7) rounds.
https://s2.chess-results.com/tnrWZ.aspx?lan=1&art=2&rd=7&SNode=S0&tno=1227228
The Top 10 in the 16th Kamatyas FIDE Open Chess Tournament
Champion:
IM Michael Concio – ₱30,000 + Trophy
2nd Place: FM Mark Jay Bacojo - P10,000 + trophy
3rd Place: IM Chito Garma - P7,000 + trophy
4th Place: GM Daniel Quizon - P5,000 + medal
5th Place: IM Barlo Nadera - P2,000 + medal
6th Place: GM Rogelio Antonio Jr - P2,000 + medal
7th Place: NM Gerald Ferriol - P2,000 + medal
8th Place: IM Paulo Bersamina - P2,000 + medal
9th Place: IM Jan Emmanuel Garcia - P2,000 + medal
10th Place: IM Ricardo De Guzman - P2,000 + medal
Thanks to organizers (Kamatyas), all the players, guardians, Vista Mall management and staffs for this great tournament opportunity to show up our chess skills to everyone.
Chess has always been more than just a game to us; it is a journey of self-discovery, a test of character, and a source of endless fascination and joy.
Thanks for reading and good luck to our chess and life journey.
by Coach Gerald Ferriol