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About John Cox (chess player)
- John J Cox (22 May 1962) is a British chess player who holds the title of International Master which he earned in 2005.
- His peak Elo rating of 2423 was achieved in January 2006. Cox was among the strong juniors in the 1970s and 1980s and finished tied for first in a British U18 championship.
- The need to earn a living made Cox leave the chess scene for several years.
- During this time he also played bridge.
- He eventually returned to chess after the hiatus.
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