MANILA, Philippines—Super Grandmaster Wesley So has officially become a United States citizen, the US Chess Federation announced Friday.
So, who now resides in Excelsior, Minnesota, received his documents on February 26 in what can be seen as an end to the saga between Philippine sporting authorities and the chess Super Grandmaster.
The 27-year-old, who originally hails from Bacoor, Cavite, said that his reason for becoming an American citizen was to have a better future for himself, getting presented with opportunities that he can’t get in the Philippines.
“I love that anyone can strive to succeed. You are not held back by your color, lack of connections or the amount of money yo…
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