Ivan Cheparinov

Ivan Cheparinov is a Bulgarian professional chess player, born on November 26, 1986, in Asenovgrad, Bulgaria. He is highly regarded in the world of chess. Cheparinov began his professional career in Bulgaria and has since competed in several international tournaments, showcasing his exceptional skills and strategic prowess.

Cheparinov is known for his ability to plan several moves ahead, his adaptive playing style, and his resilience in challenging situations. He has received numerous individual awards and has represented Bulgaria in multiple Chess Olympiads.

Off the board, Cheparinov is recognized for his contribution to the game as a strategist and author, inspiring many budding chess enthusiasts worldwide.

Early Career

• Youth and Early Career: Cheparinov was born and raised in Asenovgrad, Bulgaria. He showed a keen interest in chess from a young age and started playing competitively in his early teens. He became a Grandmaster at the age of 17.

International Tournaments

• Global Recognition: Cheparinov represented Bulgaria in several major international tournaments. His exceptional playing style and strategic mastery earned him recognition and respect in the global chess community.

Chess Olympiads

• Representing Bulgaria: Cheparinov has represented Bulgaria in numerous Chess Olympiads, contributing significantly to the country's performance at these prestigious events.

European Individual Chess Championship

• Victorious Performance: Cheparinov won the European Individual Chess Championship in 2012, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Bulgarian National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for the Bulgarian National Team in the Chess Olympiad in 2004.

Achievements:

• European Individual Chess Championship: Winner in 2012.
• Cheparinov has represented Bulgaria in several Chess Olympiads, significantly contributing to the team's performance.

• Position: Mainly plays as black, but also excels as white.
• Skills: Known for his strategic mastery, exceptional endgame skills, and ability to plan several moves ahead. Cheparinov is celebrated for his versatility and adaptive playing style.

• Family: Cheparinov leads a private personal life and very little is known about his family.
• Contribution: Cheparinov is involved in various chess-related activities and has contributed significantly to the development of strategic playbooks, inspiring many budding chess enthusiasts worldwide.

• Ivan Cheparinov is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous victories but also for his strategic thinking, determination, and contribution to chess. His impact on the game and his status as a chess icon extend beyond the board, inspiring many chess enthusiasts around the world.

European Individual Chess Championship:

• Winner in 2012

Representation in Chess Olympiads:

• Has represented Bulgaria in numerous Chess Olympiads

Books

• Topalov, V. (2007) The Topalov-Cheparinov Era. Sofia: Ciela Publishing.

Websites

• FIDE: Information about Ivan Cheparinov’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fide.com
• Chess.com: Details about Cheparinov’s career and game analysis. Available at: https://www.chess.com
• ChessBase: Updates and records of Cheparinov in Chess tournaments. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com

Articles

• The Guardian: Ivan Cheparinov’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/ivan-cheparinov

Interviews and Documentaries

• Chess.com Interviews: Various interviews and features on Ivan Cheparinov, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.chess.com