MUMBAI | 15th SEPTEMBER 2026 | Stavroula Tsolakidou, the Greek chess champion who holds the FIDE titles of International Master and Woman Grandmaster, has won the Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber – Silver Knight after being named Player of the Tournament at the fourth edition of the Global Chess League 2026. Representing Ganges Grandmasters, Stavroula played a key role in helping her team secure its first Global Chess League title and emerged as one of the competition’s standout performers. Her journey from an early setback to the tournament’s highest individual honour reflects the values of the All Stars chapter: the character to keep going, the conduct to stay true to the team and the courage to make her move when it mattered most.
Nicknamed the ‘Greek Goddess’ for her performance, Stavroula earned the honour and the motorcycle through a remarkable comeback story. What made her achievement even more special was the way she responded to a challenging start and fought her way back into contention.
Anupam Thareja, Co-founder, Classic Legends, said, “Stavroula’s journey stood out because it was about much more than winning. She faced an early setback, found the courage to keep moving forward, and earned her place through resilience and determination. What impressed me equally was the way she shared that success with her team, recognising that individual achievements are often built on collective support. That balance of character, individuality and team spirit sits at the heart of the All Stars chapter. The Silver Knight Bobber is our way of celebrating that spirit and recognising a player who truly embodies it.”
The Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber – Silver Knight was unveiled by Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group, at the opening of the fourth edition of the Global Chess League in Bengaluru. Conceived as a tribute to individuals who back themselves while remaining true to the people around them, the motorcycle found a fitting first winner in Stavroula, whose journey through the tournament reflected the spirit of the All Stars chapter.
Stavroula’s victory and her Silver Knight Bobber are a testament to what lies behind a champion’s performance: perseverance, courage and the ability to emerge stronger from a challenge. As the first winner of the Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber – Silver Knight, Stavroula represents what it means to be an All Star: someone who backs their own move, stays true to their values and lifts others along the way.
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