Julio Granda

Julio Granda Zúñiga is a Peruvian chess grandmaster, born on February 25, 1967, in Camaná, Arequipa. He is considered one of the top players in the world. Granda Zúñiga began his professional career in chess in the early 1980s and has achieved numerous victories in tournaments worldwide.

Granda Zúñiga is known for his brilliant tactics, deep understanding of the game, and exceptional endgame skills. He has won numerous individual awards, including the title of Grandmaster, and holds multiple records, such as being a five-time champion of the American Continental Championship.

Outside of chess, Granda Zúñiga is also recognized for his interest in poetry, writing several published works.

Early Career

• Granda Zúñiga was born and raised in Camaná and began playing chess at a young age. His talent was soon recognized, and he started participating in local and national tournaments.

International Career

• Granda Zúñiga's international career took off when he earned the title of International Master in 1984. In the same year, he won the World Junior Chess Championship, cementing his reputation as a formidable player on the global stage.

Grandmaster Status

• Granda Zúñiga achieved the title of Grandmaster in 1993, becoming the first Peruvian to earn this prestigious title.

Modern Career

• In recent years, Granda Zúñiga has continued to compete in top-level tournaments, consistently ranking among the world's top players.

Peruvian National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for the Peruvian National Team in 1980.

Achievements:

• World Junior Chess Championship: Winner in 1984.
• American Continental Chess Championship: Five-time champion.

• Style: Known for his tactical brilliance, deep understanding of the game, and exceptional endgame skills. Granda Zúñiga is celebrated for his versatile playing style, which allows him to adapt to various situations on the board.

• Family: Granda Zúñiga has three children. He is married to Sonia Zúñiga.
• Interests: Outside of chess, Granda Zúñiga is passionate about poetry. He has written several published works.

• Julio Granda Zúñiga is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his contribution to chess in Peru. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the chessboard, inspiring countless players and fans around the world.

World Junior Chess Championship:

• Winner in 1984

American Continental Chess Championship:

• Five-time champion

Grandmaster Title:

• Achieved in 1993

Books

• Granda Zúñiga, J. (2009) Mis Mejores Partidas. Lima: Editorial MIC.

Websites

• FIDE: Information about Julio Granda Zúñiga’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fide.com
• ChessBase: Articles and news updates on Granda Zúñiga’s career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com

Articles

• Chess.com: Profile and games of Julio Granda Zúñiga. Available at: https://www.chess.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• ChessBase Interviews: Various interviews and features on Julio Granda Zúñiga, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com