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History-maker at 12: Faustino Oro as 'Messi of Chess' and a six-hour daily study routine
The article profiles Faustino Oro, a 12-year-old described as a history-maker and nicknamed 'Messi of Chess'. It notes his demanding routine, with about six hours of chess study each day.
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Article published: Faustino Oro described as a 12-year-old 'Messi of Chess' with a six-hour daily study routine
May 14, 2026
The article's title presents Faustino Oro as a history-maker at age 12 and nicknamed 'Messi of Chess'. The body states that his routine is extremely demanding for a child his age and that he studies chess approximately six hours a day.