In October 1935, he won at Helsinki, ahead of Paul Keres, defeating him in their individual game. In April 1936 he tied for 4th/5th at Novi Sad (YUG-ch, Vasja Pirc won).
In October 1935, he triumphed in Helsinki, surpassing Paul Keres, defeating him in their individual game. In April 1936, he tied for 4th/5th at Novi Sad (YUG-ch), where Vasja Pirc emerged as the winner.