Norms
| Norm | Tournament | Dates | Score | Avg. opp. | Perf. | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM | Canadian OpenMontreal, Canada | 20–27 Jul 2008 | 6½/9 | 2466 | Certified ↗ | |
| GM | Festival International de Mulhouse - GMMulhouse | 26 Jun – 1 Jul 2008 | 6/9 | 2480 | Certified ↗ | |
| GM | 23° European Club Cup 2007Antalya (TUR) | 3–9 Oct 2007 | 5/7 | 2623 | Certified ↗ | |
| GM | Festival Jean-Claude LoubatièreMontpellier, France | 3–11 Jul 2005 | 6½/9 | 2465 | Certified ↗ |