Carlsson Pontus (18.12.1982)

 

by D. Llada

by D. Llada

Swedish Grandmaster(2007), born in Colombia. He was adopted by a Swedish family when he was one year old after his entire family died in tragic circumstances.

Best results: Won or shared first in Soller Open (ESP) in 2007, Vitora Gasteiz (ESP) 2009, Pankrac Cup 2016.

A member of the Swedish national team between 2005 and 2012, he was awarded a bronze medal for the third best performance at board five at the 2007 European Team Championship.

Peak rating: 2531 in 2012.