Tapere, Namael Naetan

Namael Naetan Tapere, a 18-year-old Filipino player, is rated 1572 — just 1 short of his peak of 1573 (Oct 2025, age 17). He plays occasionally (5 games in the last 12 months) and had 2 career breaks: 32 months (2020–2022, COVID-19 included) and 15 months (2023–2025). Recent appearances: Kadayawan Sportsfestival Youth Standard Chess Tournament and 1st Mindanao Youth Chess Championship.

At junior level, he reached #41, #29 and #23 nationally in U16, U14 and U12.