Denis Dupuis flies the flag at European Youth Chess Champs

Battersea hot shot junior Denis Dupuis has scored an excellent draw against one of the top seeds while playing for England at the European Youth Chess Championships.

Denis, who is competing in the u10s Open section, was up against Andrej Ljepic of Serbia (pictured on the left with Denis), rated 1838.

In the next round will come up against CM Nikita Dovbnia, of Russia.

The event is taking place in Riga, Latvia, until August 30. Keep up to date on the scores here: http://chess-results.com/tnr367947.aspx?lan=1&art=0&turdet=YES&flag=30

FUN FACT: Did you know Denis also plays for Streatham Youth Ice Hockey Club?