Top 10 Chess Players in Madagascar (April 2026)

Here you will find the official list of the Top 10 open-category chess players from Madagascar, ranked using the most recent FIDE classical ratings .

This leaderboard highlights the strongest active players representing Madagascar in the international chess arena. Rankings are updated automatically every month once FIDE publishes its new rating list.

How This Ranking Is Calculated

The ranking is based exclusively on FIDE classical (standard) ratings. In case two players have the same rating, the following tie-break criteria are considered:

  • Recent tournament participation and performance
  • Rating progression over the last 12 months
  • Head-to-head results against other top players
#NameCountryStandard
1Fy Antenaina Rakotomaharo
MADMAD
2431
2Milanto Harifidy Ralison
MADMAD
2242
3Toavina Razanadrakotoarisoa
MADMAD
2169
4Heritiana Andrianiaina
MADMAD
2141
5Dylan Rakotomaharavo
MADMAD
2117
6Miora Andriamasoandro
MADMAD
2101
7Randy Haja Andriantsilav
MADMAD
2041
8Antsiva Rakotoniaina
MADMAD
2039
9Tahina Hajanirina Rakotomaharo
MADMAD
2003
10Richard El Raza Henikasina
MADMAD
1949

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the ratings come from?

All ratings are sourced directly from the official FIDE database.

How often is this list updated?

Rankings refresh automatically every time FIDE releases its monthly rating report.

Does the list include inactive players?

No, only players listed as “active” by FIDE appear here.