GM Sergey Karjakin

UkraineUkraine
Born 1990
Elo2750

Sergey Karjakin became the youngest Grandmaster in history at 12 years and 7 months, a record that stood for years. Originally from Ukraine, the prodigy later represented Russia and challenged Magnus Carlsen for the World Championship in 2016. He transitioned into politics in 2024, becoming a senator for Crimea in Russia's Federation Council.

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