Remegio Galenzoga III wins 3rd GMG Cup Rapid 2025
The 3rd GMG Chess Cup Rapid Tournament on April 5, 2025 at GMG Chess Club, Binan, Laguna, witnessed a remarkable performance by Remegio Galenzoga III, who clinched victory with a impressive 6/7 score. This year’s tournament was particularly challenging, drawing top-tier players from Laguna and sorrounded places eager to claim the title.
The Champion Remegio III Galenzoga vs The 2nd place Christian Huavas who are eager to get the thrown.
From the very start, the 12th ranked Remegio showcased exceptional strategic acumen and deep concentration, setting the tone with decisive victories in the first 2 rounds. Each match saw his navigating complex positions and employing a mix of aggressive and defensive tactics and outmaneuver his opponents.
In round 3 he faced the 2nd place and 7th ranked Christian,where he lost with some short calculation in the R+N+Ps endgame
but he swiped off all his opponents in the 4th-7th rounds against Edwin Caballero, John Vincent Book, Gary Legaspi and Jefte Crebillo getting 6/7 points, a sole lead and secured the victory.
The Champion: Remegio Galenzoga III with P5,000 cash prize + trophy
The atmosphere was fully-airconed inside the mall eagerly watching each move as strategies unfolded on the board. This event not only highlighted the competitive spirit of chess but also fostered a sense of community among players and fans alike.
The result of round seven (7).
The Final Standing after seven (7) rounds.
The top 10;
Champion:
Remegio Galenzoga III - P5,000 + trophy
2nd Place: Christian Huavas - P3,000 + medal + e-certificate
3rd Place: Ritchi Jocson - P2,000 + medal + e-certificate
4th Place: Jefte Crebillo - P1,000 + e-certificate
5th Place: Gary Legaspi - P700 + e-certificate
6th Place: John Laurence Donguines - P500 + e-certificate
7th Place: Jose Puyo - P500 + e-certificate
Top Kiddie: Clyde Jerad Torena - P500 + e-certificate
Top Women: Joana Lawas - P700 + e-certificate
Top Senior: Roberto Biron - P700 + e-certificate
From Top left: Cylde Jared Torena, Joana Lawas, Robert Biron and Coach Gerald Ferriol
Now, Binan is bostering chess throughtout Laguna laso in the Philippines, through the effort of GMG Chess founder, Binan Chess Association and its members.
Remegio not only claimed the title but also cemented his status as one of the strong players in the Philippines Chess. His outstanding achievement is a beacon of inspiration for fellow players and chess enthusiasts.
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