♟Belarusian Grandmaster has entered the world's top 100 strongest chess players
 
Belarusian Grandmaster Denis Lazavik has broken into top 100 strongest chess players in the world, securing the 85th spot in the FIDE rankings. He also ranks among the top ten players in the under-20 category. FIDE uses an international rating system based on tournament results, where players gain or lose points depending on the strength of their opponents, the outcome of the match, and the tournament category.

🔺 The Grandmaster currently holds a rating of 2636 points.

The Council of the International Chess Federation has fully lifted the restrictions previously imposed on Belarusian Chess Federation.