Matthias Bluebaum

Bluebaum Matthias

Grandmaster
Country: Germany
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Place of birth: Lemgo, Germany
World Ranking: 43
Rating: 2679
Born: 1997
Grandmaster at: 18 yrs
Pos Score Rating Sb
4 6.0 2679 27.75
Pos Player Score Rating Sb Aravindh Hans Niemann Vincent Keymer Javokhir Sindarov Jorden van Foreest Arjun Erigaisi Praggnanandhaa Thai Dai Van Nguyen Gukesh Anish Giri Vladimir Fedoseev Nodirbek Abdusattorov Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus
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Matthias Bluebaum
Bluebaum, Matthias
6.0 2679 27.75 ½ ½ 1 0 ½ ½ ½ ½ 1 1 - - -

Biography

Matthias Bluebaum is a German grandmaster and one of the most consistent players on the international chess circuit. Born on 18 April 1997, he has established himself as a regular competitor at the highest level through strong performances in elite tournaments.

A former European Chess Champion, Bluebaum reached another major milestone in his career by finishing second at the FIDE Grand Swiss, securing qualification for the Candidates Tournament. His deep preparation, resilience and fighting spirit have made him a formidable opponent against the world’s top players.

At the 2026 Tata Steel Chess Tournament, Matthias Bluebaum debuts in the Tata Steel Masters in Wijk aan Zee, bringing experience, ambition and proven elite-level strength to the field.

Matthias Bluebaum

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