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IM Yash Bharadia
International Master
- Commonwealth gold medallist
- 8th at the World Youth Championship
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Yash Bharadia is an International Master and a Kingdom of Chess student. He won gold in the Open Under-10 at the Commonwealth Chess Championships in New Delhi in 2018, and in 2023 finished eighth in the Open Under-14 at the World Youth Chess Championship in Montesilvano, Italy.
- Articles
- 32
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- Parent's Corner
- Last published
- March 2026
About Yash
His national and state record runs alongside: bronze at the Under-14 National Championship, gold at the Under-14 State Championship, and further silvers in the Under-12 and Under-16 state and national events.
Achievements
- 2018Commonwealth gold medallistWon gold in the Open Under-10 at the Commonwealth Chess Championships in New Delhi, in 2018.
- 20238th at the World Youth ChampionshipFinished eighth in the Open Under-14 at the World Youth Chess Championship in Montesilvano, Italy, in 2023.
- National and state medalsBronze at the Under-14 National Championship and gold at the Under-14 State Championship, with further silvers in the Under-12 and Under-16 state and national events.
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Early Skill Development for Future Success in Children
Discover why early skill development is essential for children’s future success. Learn how to build focus, confidence, and thinking skills from a young age.
Classical vs Rapid vs Blitz Chess: What’s the Difference?
The main difference between Classical, Rapid, and Blitz chess is the time allowed per player, which dictates the game's depth and style.
How Daily Chess Practice Boosted Focus and Grades
Boost your child’s academic success with daily chess practice. Discover how chess improves focus, problem-solving skills, and grades while building discipline and confidence in young learners.
Boosting Reading Skills? How Visual Memory in Chess Helps Literacy
Discover how chess helps boost reading skills in children by improving visual memory, focus, and pattern recognition that support literacy development.
Why Chess is the Ultimate Math Tutor
Discover why chess is the ultimate math tutor for kids. Learn how chess improves logic, pattern recognition, problem-solving, and mathematical thinking in children.
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