GM Wesley on playing for PH someday: Who knows?

So: With the pandemic, my body was finally forced to slow down

- KRISTEL SATUMBAGA

There is a glimmer of hope that someday, Grandmaster Wesley So could represent the Philippines in international competitions.

So, who has been playing for the United States since 2014, said he is leaving the door open regarding this scenario.

“Who knows? I do love the Filipino people. But who knows what the future will bring? Hard enough to live from day to day,” So said when asked about this possibility in an email interview with the Manila Bulletin.

For now, he is content in improving his game, and has been showcasing his prowess after winning his second US Championships title recently.

The 27-year-old Cavite-born So dominated that field, with fans and commentators comparing his performance with Bobby Fischer’s in the 1960s.

So was content on getting the trophy twice and in two different time controls, but being mentioned alongside his favorite player “is beyond even my dreams.”