"Chagas is one of just eight to have won the triple crown of World Team Olympiad, World Open Pairs and Bermuda Bowl. He represented Brazil in a record 23 other World Championships. Won South American Teams a record 20 times in the period 1967-93, in 24 attempts. Won 26 national titles and is the top ranked South American player. Magazine contributor. Created the term ""Intra-finesse""."