Bassem Amin Height

Bassem Amin

Chess Players

Known for: First African chess player to surpass a 2700 FIDE rating, Multiple-time African Chess Champion (2009, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024), Multiple-time Arab Chess Champion, Representing Egypt at Chess Olympiads (top board), Youngest Egyptian and Arab Grandmaster (2006), Medical doctor

Height

5'9.3" (176 cm)

Gender

Male

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About Bassem Amin's Height

Bassem Amin is a renowned Egyptian chess grandmaster and medical doctor, born on September 9, 1988, in Tanta, Egypt. Demonstrating exceptional chess ability from an early age, Amin became International Master in 2004 and Grandmaster in 2006, at which point he was the youngest Egyptian and Arab player to earn the title. Amin is Africa's most decorated chess player: he has won the African Chess Championship multiple times (2009, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024), and is a multiple-time Arab Chess Champion. In 2019, his peak FIDE rating surpassed 2700, making him the first African player to enter this elite range and placing him among the world’s top 50 at the time. Besides his achievements over the board, Amin is also a medical doctor, graduating from Tanta University’s Faculty of Medicine in 2012. Known for his aggressive playing style, tactical acumen, and academic dedication, Amin has become a role model for aspiring chess professionals across Africa and the Arab world. He regularly represents Egypt on the top board at Chess Olympiads and has inspired a new generation of players through his success and educational outreach.

Bassem Amin stands at 5'9.3" (176 cm), which is about average for a male. This is 1.0 cm taller than the average height for men(5'8.9" (175 cm)).

Interesting Facts

First and only African chess player to enter the world's top 50 by FIDE rating.
Balanced his medical studies with a professional chess career, graduating as a doctor in 2012.
Known for sharp tactical play and deep theoretical preparation.
Frequent guest at chess seminars and events across Africa, inspiring new generations.

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