Arysh Ragunauth was crestfallen. He had led the Guyana Chess Federation’s Choco Moo National U12 championships from the first round on the first day Saturday.
It seemed as if the nine-year-old Mae’s student was all set to be crowned national champion.
He led his nearest rival Kyle Couchman of Marian Academy by one point but had to play Couchman in the final round. A draw would suffice. He offered his opponent Couchman a draw. The offer was rejected. It was all or nothing.