A Journey from IM Mas to Malaysia's First Grandmaster: Congratulations Yeoh Li Tian!
Kimma Open 2018 In 2008, this blog closely followed the pursuit of International Master Mas Hafizulhelmi (IM Mas) to become Malaysia’s first Grandmaster (GM). IM Mas efforts was viewed as highly ambitious and got the attention of all chess enthusiast in Malaysia. Though the GM title ultimately eluded IM Mas, his journey was anything but a failure. Each effort showed us what was possible and, in doing so, lit the way for future generations. If not for the minimal reason just to show such dreams could be pursued. Now, in 2025, that dream has finally been realized. Yeoh Li Tian, after years of perseverance and astounding achievements, has ascended to become Malaysia’s first Grandmaster. This historic milestone is much more than a personal victory; it is the culmination of a journey that began with IM Mas and all those who paved the way before. Yeoh Li Tian’s success is like a baton passed across a relay of generations. Today, as we celebrate GM Yeoh Li Tian’s triu...