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Yehuda GruenfeldIsraeli chess player, grandmaster
Date of Birth: 29.02.1956
Country:  Israel |
Content:
- Early Life and Career
- International Achievements
- Tournament Victories
- 1st-2nd place: Biel (1979 and 1980)
Early Life and Career
Israelopoli, a grandmaster, began his chess career by competing in several Olympiads as part of the Israeli team. His notable appearances were on the first and second boards at the 25th and 26th Olympics in 1982 and 1984, respectively.
International Achievements
Israelopoli gained recognition in the chess world by participating in prestigious interzonal tournaments. He finished 12th in Riga (1979) and shared 8th to 11th place in Zagreb (1987).
Tournament Victories
Israelopoli has a remarkable track record in international tournaments, with victories and podium finishes in approximately 20 events. Some of his most notable achievements include:
1st place: Nethanya (1977), Gausdal (1978), Biel (1979 and 1980), Oberwart (1980), New York (1981), Lugano (1981), Dortmund (1984), Munich (1987)
1st-2nd place: Biel (1979 and 1980)
1st-3rd place: Lugano (1981), Philadelphia (1985), Holon (1986/1987)1st-4th place: Oberwart (1980), Holon (1986/1987)
