Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Chess Grandmaster Karen Asrian Dies



Karen Asrian died one month ago today, apparently suffering a heart attack while driving. Skeptical people have contacted me about the true cause of his death but unfortunately I don't have any further information other than what has been reported.

Karen Asrian was one of Armenia's leading grandmasters. Not only did he win the title of Armenian Champion three times but also won a gold medal at the 2006 Olympiad in Turin.

He was 28. May he rest in peace.

Source: ChessBase

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

it is very sad to die so young..and so successful.