SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - One local middle schooler proved he's one of the best in Illinois when it comes to chess.
Veer is an eighth grader at Franklin Middle School in Springfield.
At a state chess tournament, District 186 said Veer was undefeated after eight games and made it to the championship match.
The game ended in a draw, securing veer a second-place spot.
He was one of only two in the tournament who were undefeated among more than 300 players.
Two Springfield sixth graders also earned bronze medals in their division.
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