Jean Hébert
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Jean Hébert (born November 11, 1957, in Quebec City) is a Canadian chess player, writer, journalist, and commentator who holds the ICCF title of Correspondence Chess Grandmaster and the FIDE title of International Master.[1] The winner of the Canadian Chess Championship in 1978 and 2009,[2] he also tied for the title in 2007, but lost in playoffs.[3] He represented Canada at the 1979 Interzonal tournament as well as seven times at Chess Olympiads. He also took part in the Chess World Cup 2009, but was knocked out by Peter Svidler in the first round.[4] In 2022, Hébert won the Canadian Seniors' Championship.[5]
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Jean Hébert | |
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Country | Canada |
Born | November 11, 1957 (1957-11-11) (age 66) Quebec City |
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FIDE rating | 2339 (February 2020) |
Peak rating | 2465 (January 1997) |
ICCF rating | 2461 (April 2005) |
ICCF peak rating | 2512 (July 1996) |
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