Overholth Reigns Supreme: Fifth Championship Win Solidifies Place in League History

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Sjakk Season 196

28 January 2025

Overholth emerged victorious in season 196. This is the fifth time Overholth has become champion. He is well on his way to becoming one of the truly great names in the league´s history. The reigning champion successfully defended his throne.

Overholth had solid control of the field and won with a two-point lead over McBura. Overholth rose up from the second division in season 185. Since then, the player has completed ten seasons at this level. This has resulted in placements of 1, 1, 5, 7, 1, 5, 3, 1, 3, and 1. It can be considered a favorite victory, as our expert Sessebot had ranked Overholth at the top before the season. On the official ranking, the player was ranked ninth.