In the IM group, Swedish master Nils-Gustaf Renman fulfilled the high expectations. It became not only a tournament victory but also an IM norm, which means that Renman became Sweden's 11th international master. The author of this article, who had the pleasure of playing bridge with and against the Uppsala player, can testify that Renman is a good bridge player — but considerably more dangerous at the chessboard.

The Hungarian Honfi started disastrously with two zeros, but the spur was excellent, or what would one say about six points in seven rounds? The gambler Ekström played sharply and imaginatively and has good chances of becoming an international master if opportunities to play are provided. Eksjö acquaintance Jasnikowski began well and had dreamlike chances for an IM result, but perhaps knowledge of this put a stop to his progress. There are many psychological factors in chess that one can establish. Despite, or perhaps thanks to, his 76 years Lundin is still going strong, and this time he grabbed an honourable prize place. The Hungarian Kovács coined the following expression about himself: “First I am a family father, then an engineer and only in third place a chess player.” Not a bad result considering that order of priorities in life. The Småland masters Tjärnemo and the Eksjö champion Rothén both made their international debut — both with honour. For them, the results mean Elo ratings that may provide opportunities for further international adventures.