Yehuda Greenfeld, a 70-year-old Israeli chess grandmaster, achieved remarkable success at the World Deaf Chess Championship in Spain, winning two gold medals. This victory not only cements his status as the most decorated deaf chess player in the world but also guarantees him a spot at the upcoming 2027 Deaflympics in Austria. Greenfeld competed alongside fellow players Saar Yanko and bronze medalist Evgeny Shvetsyuk, in a tournament that attracted hundreds of chess enthusiasts from 43 countries. Notably, some nations withdrew from the competition due to the participation of Israel, which highlights the complex geopolitical climate surrounding the event. Greenfeld has an impressive record, holding multiple European and world championship titles, and is seen as a symbol of perseverance and determination in the deaf sports community. Jimmy Hatzbani, chairman of the Israel Deaf Sports Association, praised Greenfeld's spirit and commitment, noting that even at his age, he competes fearlessly against the best in the world. Greenfeld expressed hope that his participation would foster better relations between Israel and other nations.