Writes David Robinson, Teacher of English
During the half-term break, Jacob L. (Divs) achieved a third-place finish in the Under-14 category at the 2026 Delancey UK Chess Challenge Terafinal, held at the historic Blenheim Palace.
Over the weekend of October 17th and 18th, Jacob competed in eleven rounds of chess, securing an impressive eight points. In a remarkable performance, he defeated five opponents who were ranked higher than him, including a victory against the eventual champion.
The Delancey UK Chess Challenge attracts approximately 2,000 young chess players each year, who compete through a series of regional qualifying rounds for the opportunity to secure one of just 60 places at the prestigious national grand final at Blenheim Palace.
Congratulations to Jacob, whose achievement is a fantastic testament to his chess ability, determination, and hard work.
