WFM Cherry Ann Mejia wins PSC - NCFP Women's Selection Chess Championship Grand Finals
The PSC - NCFP Women's Selection Chess Championship Grand Finals concluded with a thrilling display of chess mastery, where WFM Cherry Ann Mejia emerged victorious. With exceptional strategic insight and determination, Mejia managed to secure one-point lead over her competitors.
Starting the tournament strong with 2.5/3 points in our previos article, Mejia made a significant impact with her brilliant three-game winning streak in round 6-8, making her the virtual champion after 8-rounds. Overcoming fierce competition, she managed to outpace her rivals and finished with an impressive score of 7/9 points.
WFM Cherry Ann Mejia on the move with April Joy Claros in the final round.
Throughout the tournament, Mejia's strategic vision, determination, experience and unwavering composure were evident in her tournament. Let's see her brilliant three-game winning streak in round 6-8 over WFM Francois Marie Magpily, Joyce Rianna Rueda, Franchesca Lagro.
Round 6
In the first diagram above, WFM Mejia played 12. Bxd7+!, the only way to win, and game continued in the next diagram and played the fascinating 15. c6 and converted to win
In Round 7, In the diagram below WFM Mejia played the nice move 37...Ba4!, (Bb5 is also nice) 38. Rxa3 bxa3 (with idea of Be8-Bf7-a2) winning a piece.
In Round 8, in the diagram below, white has overwhelming position, but WFM Mejia played a nice tactical move 32. Rfxf7! and later on converted to win.
The Final Standing after nine (9) rounds.
This victory not only highlights her as a formidable opponent in the chess circuit but also enhances her reputation and standing within the community. Her achievement serves as an inspiration to aspiring chess players, demonstrating the importance of perseverance, focus, and strategic preparation in conquering high-level tournaments.
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