Zhang, Pengxiang (29.06.1980)

zhang-pengxiangChinese chess Grandmaster (2001) is born in Tianjin, China.

Chinese Chess Champion (2002). Asian Chess Champion (2007).

Best results: Zhong Hong Real Estate Cup 2001 in Beijing, 1st; 2nd Trignac International Tournament 2002 in France, 1st; 9th ‘Anilbal’ International Open 2002 in Linares, 1st; Chinese Championships 2002, 1st; 13th Asian Team Chess Championship 2003 in Jodhpur, individual gold; 6th Sants Hostafrancs A-Open 2004, 1st; 14th Gros Xake Taldea International Open 2004 in San Sebastian, 1st; Essent Open 2004 in Hoogeveen, 1st; Festival International des Jeux 2005 in Cannes, 1st; International Chess Festival 2005 in Bad Wörishofen, 1st; 1st President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Cup 2006 in Manila, 1st; Singapore Master 2006, 1st; Asian Individual Championship 2007, 1st; 2nd Ruy López International Chess Festival 2008 in Mérida, 2nd;

He has competed at two Chess Olympiads in 2002 and 2006.

Peak rating: 2657 in April 2007