Chess prodigies: Who next?
5 years, 10 months ago

Chess prodigies: Who next?

The Hindu  

When Magnus Carlsen was asked — about a year ago — who would be the world chess champion in 2050, the reigning king of the mind sport said, “By that time India will have had many already.” For those following Indian chess, and its prodigies, that comment from the Norwegian genius wouldn’t have come as much of a surprise. She had won all the world age-group tournaments, often competing against girls much older, and she had even looked like winning India’s senior men’s title once. At the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz in November, he got an excellent chance to match wits with some of the biggest names in world chess, like Viswanathan Anand, Hikaru Nakamura, Sergey Karjakin, Levon Aronian, Wesley So and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov. Apart from Nihal and Praggnanandhaa, there is another new kid on the block — D. Gukesh, the 12-year-old who recently became the world’s second youngest grandmaster, erasing the record of Pragnanandhaa.

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Viswanathan Anand shows off dance skills with D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi; see video
14 hours, 27 minutes ago

Viswanathan Anand shows off dance skills with D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi; see video

Firstpost  

Five-time world champion Anand hosted reigning world champion Gukesh along with a host of other chess stars for Pongal breakfast at his Chennai residence recently. The legendary Viswanathan Anand as well as current superstars D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi are primarily known for their exploits on a chess board more than anything else. Gukesh, who had recently become …

World chess champion Gukesh looks up to Carlsen, Hikaru and other top players as motivation: 'This is the beauty of competition'
3 days, 14 hours ago

World chess champion Gukesh looks up to Carlsen, Hikaru and other top players as motivation: 'This is the beauty of competition'

Firstpost  

D Gukesh has finally realised his childhood dream of winning the World Chess Championship title but he aims to keep going and winning more titles. ‘A very special achievement for me’: Gukesh on winning World Chess Championship title Gukesh had qualified for the World Championship match against then defending champion Ding by winning the 2024 Candidates tournament in Toronto. Going …

2024 Year in Sport, Chess: Gukesh’s glory, Arjun’s ascent, Humpy’s triumph — A golden year for Indian chess
2 weeks ago

2024 Year in Sport, Chess: Gukesh’s glory, Arjun’s ascent, Humpy’s triumph — A golden year for Indian chess

The Hindu  

Indian chess shone brightly in 2024, marking a historic year of unparalleled achievements. World Junior Chess Championship 2024: Divya Deshmukh wins Girls’ title; Nogerbek wins in Open section Champions Divya Deshmukh and Kazybek Nogerbek alongside Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel. Singapore to host 2024 World Championship between Gukesh and Ding Singapore was announced as the host by the International Chess …

‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh
2 weeks ago

‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh

Live Mint  

Billionaire Gautam Adani, Founder and Chairman of Adani Group, shared a few moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh. “It was an absolute privilege to meet and hear the victory story of reigning World Chess Champion @DGukesh,” said Adani in his post on X. The 18-year-old chess grandmaster became the youngest-ever world champion after defeating China's Ding Liren on December …

2024 yearender: Paris and beyond — young showstoppers step up
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

2024 yearender: Paris and beyond — young showstoppers step up

Hindustan Times  

A world chess champion at 18. Manu, having been through a full cycle of tasting dizzying success followed by dampening failure, sprung back to life in a largely moderate Paris Olympics for India. Gukesh, all of 18, who had until last year pasted photos of past world chess champions as his laptop wallpaper, became one himself to sign off India’s …

Start to finish, golden year for Indian chess
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Start to finish, golden year for Indian chess

Hindustan Times  

In a year when India’s cricket team lifted the T20 World Cup after 17 years, sparking a reception in Mumbai befitting the occasion, and shooter Manu Bhaker brought back unprecedented twin bronze medals from the Paris Olympics, chess quietly emerged as the sport that consistently perched the country on top of the world. And Koneru Humpy winning the Women’s World …

D Gukesh reveals Viswanathan Anand’s ‘exclusive’ help in World Chess C’ship victory: ‘Helped me personally in getting…’
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

D Gukesh reveals Viswanathan Anand’s ‘exclusive’ help in World Chess C’ship victory: ‘Helped me personally in getting…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh is probably one of the most popular celebrities in India right now, due to his historic World Chess Championship victory in Singapore. The 18-year-old became the youngest-ever world chess champion, and India’s second-ever, after none other than legend Viswanathan Anand. In an interview with India Today, Gukesh hailed Anand’s impact on his career, and revealed that the chess …

Viral Video: Chess champion Gukesh stunned by mentalist Suhani Shah; netizens react
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Viral Video: Chess champion Gukesh stunned by mentalist Suhani Shah; netizens react

Live Mint  

On 16 December 2024, India's Gukesh Dommaraju returned to the country after becoming the youngest Indian chess grandmaster by winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship on 12 December. Recently, Gukesh sat with an Indian mentalist, mind reader and magician – Suhani Shah, and her interaction with her has gone viral on the internet. "She is going to enter the next …

World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024 Preview: Arjun eyes Candidates 2026 spot in New York
2 weeks, 6 days ago

World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024 Preview: Arjun eyes Candidates 2026 spot in New York

The Hindu  

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi will have to tackle obstacles to retain his chances of becoming the first Indian to enter the 2026 Candidates when he opens his campaign at the World Rapid and Blitz chess tournament. Erigaisi, who currently trails Fabiano Caruana of the United States in the list of players slated to qualify from 2024, will have a tall order …

Viswanathan Anand predicts possibility of all-India D Gukesh vs Arjun Erigaisi World Chess Championship face-off
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Viswanathan Anand predicts possibility of all-India D Gukesh vs Arjun Erigaisi World Chess Championship face-off

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh scripted history recently, becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion at the age of 18. The Indian grandmaster achieved the feat by defeating defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship in Singapore. D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi after the latter won the final round match against GM Jan Subelj of Slovenia at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad, …

Know all about chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju's favourite films starring Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda, Hrithik Roshan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Know all about chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju's favourite films starring Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda, Hrithik Roshan

Hindustan Times  

The youngest world chess champion, Gukesh Dommaraju, has revealed his favourite films in Tamil, Telugu, English and Hindi. World chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju signs an autograph during a meet and greet session in Singapore after becoming the youngest undisputed world chess champion on December 12. Gukesh Dommaraju’s favourite films When asked about his favourite films, Gukesh replied, “In Tamil, it’s …

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India

India Today  

India is abuzz with pride and excitement following the historic victory of 18-year-old D Gukesh, who has become the youngest ever to win the World Chess Championship. “I wasn’t into chess before, but seeing Gukesh’s victory inspired me and my friends,” one young player said. “It will make them feel proud that an Indian can achieve something like this and …

Gukesh says Chennai 'one of the best cities in world of chess' as world champion felicitated by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Gukesh says Chennai 'one of the best cities in world of chess' as world champion felicitated by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Firstpost  

Gukesh received a cheque of Rs 5 crore from CM Stalin at the felicitation event that took place a day after he returned to his hometown of Chennai and five days after his triumph over Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. D Gukesh, the 18th chess world champion, is felicitated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin …

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India

CNN  

CNN — Gukesh Dommaraju returned home to jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport on Monday having become the youngest ever chess world champion last week. Students at Gukesh Dommaraju's school in Chennai celebrate after Gukesh became the youngest ever World Chess Champion. Mahesh Kumar A./AP Gukesh broke into tears upon winning the final match against Ding last week, becoming the …

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India

CNN  

CNN — Gukesh Dommaraju returned home to jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport on Monday having become the youngest ever chess world champion last week. Students at Gukesh Dommaraju's school in Chennai celebrate after Gukesh became the youngest ever World Chess Champion. Mahesh Kumar A./AP Gukesh broke into tears upon winning the final match against Ding last week, becoming the …

D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi lead the way as the golden generation of Indian chess finally comes of age in 2024
4 weeks, 2 days ago

D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi lead the way as the golden generation of Indian chess finally comes of age in 2024

Firstpost  

D Gukesh’s triumph in the recently-concluded FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore was the standout moment in what has been a historic year for Indian chess, one in which Arjun Erigaisi became only the second Indian to breach the 2800-ELO barrier. With D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi pulling off some incredible feats and the Indians firing as a unit in …

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh
1 month ago

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh

Live Mint  

As the news poured in from Singapore, marketers had found a new mascot. The chess champion, whose fabulous feat sparked a veritable ownership battle between Tamil Nadu, where he was born, and Andhra Pradesh where his family hails from, is expected to charge anywhere between ₹70 lakh to ₹1 crore per year per endorsement, at least two people in the …

D Gukesh goes from world champion to internet darling with a hilarious ‘do not touch’ pic
1 month ago

D Gukesh goes from world champion to internet darling with a hilarious ‘do not touch’ pic

Hindustan Times  

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has etched his name in the annals of chess history by defeating defending champion Ding Liren to claim the prestigious World Chess Championship title. At just 18 years old, Gukesh has become the youngest-ever world champion, surpassing previous records and earning widespread acclaim. D Gukesh, world chess champion, shared a hilarious Instagram post posing with …

WATCH | Want to congratulate Gukesh on behalf of Indian cricket team, says Gill
1 month ago

WATCH | Want to congratulate Gukesh on behalf of Indian cricket team, says Gill

The Hindu  

Opener Shubman Gill on Friday congratulated D Gukesh on behalf of the Indian cricket team after the 18-year-old Grandmaster became the youngest ever world chess champion. “I want to congratulate D Gukesh on behalf of the entire Indian cricket team. To become the youngest World Chess Champion is a feat in itself,” said Gill while addressing the media ahead of …

Gukesh Dommaraju: Indian teen credits Magnus Carlsen after becoming youngest world chess champion
1 month ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: Indian teen credits Magnus Carlsen after becoming youngest world chess champion

The Independent  

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Gukesh realises dream of bringing the World crown back to India
1 month ago

Gukesh realises dream of bringing the World crown back to India

The Hindu  

Even the wildest of schoolboy dreams come true, sometimes. D. Gukesh was seven when he saw Magnus Carlsen dethrone Viswanathan Anand in the 2013 World chess championship. He became the world’s youngest ever chess champion after beating the defending champion Ding Liren in the fourteenth game here on Thursday. “When I was watching the match in 2013, I was in …

D Gukesh wins: How chess capital Chennai gifted India another world champion
1 month ago

D Gukesh wins: How chess capital Chennai gifted India another world champion

India Today  

D Gukesh capped off a sensational 2024 for Indian chess by claiming the coveted crown in the sport. The six world championship titles won between these two Chennai icons highlight Tamil Nadu's rich chess ecosystem—a network of institutions, academies, and dedicated mentors that has nurtured an army of Grandmasters over the years. When Gukesh lifted the trophy during the closing …

Tamil or Telugu? A tug-of-war over Gukesh, the new world chess champion
1 month ago

Tamil or Telugu? A tug-of-war over Gukesh, the new world chess champion

India Today  

While India celebrated Gukesh Dommaraju making history by becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion, there was a pocket in the Twitterverse that fought over his heritage. Gukesh Dommaraju’s historic World Chess Championship win sparked an online tug-of-war for credit between chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, each claiming him as their own. pic.twitter.com/xkQYahu0CC — Swayam Tiwari December 12, …

Opinion: How a boy from Chennai rekindled India's ancient chess spirit
1 month ago

Opinion: How a boy from Chennai rekindled India's ancient chess spirit

India Today  

It happened in Sentosa, Singapore, on a humid December evening in 2024 that an 18-year-old from Chennai stood on the shoulders of Indian chess giants and changed the world forever. Here stood India’s second world champion, the heir to Viswanathan Anand’s legacy, taking his place in chess history as the 18th world champion overall, and the youngest ever. The echoes …

How India’s Gukesh Dommaraju became chess king in a cricket crazy country
1 month ago

How India’s Gukesh Dommaraju became chess king in a cricket crazy country

Al Jazeera  

Gukesh, a teenager from Chennai, is the youngest chess world champion. Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest world chess champion ever after defeating defending champion Ding Liren of China. “I want to become a world champion.” By the age of 12, Gukesh had become a grandmaster – the highest title a chess player can attain – making …

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest chess world champion in history and earns praise from Indian prime minister
1 month ago

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest chess world champion in history and earns praise from Indian prime minister

ABC  

Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest chess world champion Thursday after beating the defending champion Ding Liren of China in the final match of their series in Singapore. Dommaraju is now the second Indian to win the title after five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand. "It's a proud moment for chess, a proud moment for India … and for …

Gukesh’s feat cements reign of India’s golden generation in Chess
1 month ago

Gukesh’s feat cements reign of India’s golden generation in Chess

New Indian Express  

On Thursday night in Singapore, D Gukesh grabbed the opportunity of his lifetime to become the youngest world chess champion. When Viswanathan Anand’s reign as world champion ended in 2013, there was a persistent question of who would be the next Vishy. This is India’s golden generation in chess and their reign is only getting started. Arjun Erigaisi, who broke …

The new king of chess
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1 month ago

The new king of chess

Times of India  

Just being talented isn’t enough to become a champion. At only 18 years old, Gukesh has become the youngest chess world champion ever. He listened to the advice of five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen, who told him, “Let your opponents do the crazy things.” And that’s exactly what happened—Ding made a big mistake, and Gukesh took the win. Chess experts …

Indian teen Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess world champion after beating Chinese rival
1 month ago

Indian teen Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess world champion after beating Chinese rival

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest chess world champion Thursday after beating the defending champion Ding Liren of China in the final match of their series in Singapore. The Indian teen prodigy has long been considered a rising star in the chess world after he became a chess grandmaster at 12. Dommaraju is now the second …

D Gukesh’s childhood video goes viral after winning World Chess Championship, netizens say ‘dreams do come true’
1 month ago

D Gukesh’s childhood video goes viral after winning World Chess Championship, netizens say ‘dreams do come true’

Live Mint  

Hours after Indian Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever world champion when the 18-year-old defeated the reigning champion from China, Ding Liren, on Thursday at the World Chess Championship 2024, his childhood video went viral. In the video, 11-year-old Gukesh speaks with CEO of ChessBase India, Sagar Shai, on his ambition to become the youngest World Chess Champion. Gukesh said, …

Anand Mahindra congratulates D Gukesh for historic World Chess Championship win
1 month ago

Anand Mahindra congratulates D Gukesh for historic World Chess Championship win

India Today  

Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared a heartfelt post as Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh scripted history by becoming the youngest-ever world champion after defeating reigning champion Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game of the World Chess Championship match in Singapore on December 12. In his post, Mahindra shared an old video in which Gukesh, dressed in traditional attire, is seen dancing …

Gukesh Dommaraju: 18-year-old Indian becomes the youngest chess world champion ever after Ding Liren blunder
1 month ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: 18-year-old Indian becomes the youngest chess world champion ever after Ding Liren blunder

CNN  

CNN — Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever undisputed classical chess world champion after beating Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in their best-of-14 final in Singapore on Thursday. Social media clips showed fans back in India celebrating Gukesh’s victory wildly, cheering and hugging as he became the 18th world chess champion and just the country’s second world champion after Viswanathan Anand. My …

Viswanathan Anand thrilled for world champion D Gukesh: A Proud Moment for India
1 month ago

Viswanathan Anand thrilled for world champion D Gukesh: A Proud Moment for India

India Today  

Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh created history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. @FIDE_chess @WacaChess pic.twitter.com/o3hq26JFPf — Viswanathan Anand December 12, 2024 Chess Prodigy♟️ðŸÆ Extending my warm wishes to @DGukesh for clinching the prestigious World Chess Championship title and becoming the youngest World Champion in the history of #Chess. pic.twitter.com/xCrzsAq7gV — Dr Mansukh Mandaviya December 12, 2024 Congratulations, Gukesh, on …

Gukesh Dommaraju: 18-year-old Indian becomes the youngest chess world champion ever after Ding Liren blunder
1 month ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: 18-year-old Indian becomes the youngest chess world champion ever after Ding Liren blunder

CNN  

CNN — Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever undisputed classical chess world champion after beating Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in their best-of-14 final in Singapore on Thursday. Social media clips showed fans back in India celebrating Gukesh’s victory wildly, cheering and hugging as he became the 18th world chess champion and just the country’s second world champion after Viswanathan Anand. My …

World Chess Championship 2024: Who is Gukesh Dommaraju, who could become the youngest ever champion
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Chess Championship 2024: Who is Gukesh Dommaraju, who could become the youngest ever champion

Live Mint  

Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju, at just 18 years old, is challenging reigning World Chess Champion Ding Liren of China for the title. A historic opportunity for Gukesh At just 18 years old, Gukesh has the chance to make history by becoming the youngest-ever undisputed World Chess Champion. In 2022, Gukesh surpassed Viswanathan Anand, becoming India’s top-ranked chess player for …

World chess championship: It is Gukesh’s form and youth against Ding’s experience and fighting spirit
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World chess championship: It is Gukesh’s form and youth against Ding’s experience and fighting spirit

The Hindu  

On a December day in the Singapore island of Sentosa, D. Gukesh could understand what poet William Wordsworth meant when he wrote, The Prelude, about being alive and young during the French Revolution. If Gukesh triumphs in the World Chess Championship match, which begins on Monday, he would be writing another glorious chapter of India’s own chess revolution. If he …

Gukesh plotting to lift India to the pinnacle of the chess world
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gukesh plotting to lift India to the pinnacle of the chess world

New Indian Express  

SINGAPORE: Starting Monday, young GM has the chance to make history and take Indian chess to new heights when he begins his quest for the world title against Ding Liren. Since then, Carlsen and others have battled to be in the winner's circle, to win chess's ultimate honor the World Championship. Ten years and a few days later, an Indian …

Carlsen delivers a ‘Magnus Opus’ at Tata Steel Chess India 2024
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Carlsen delivers a ‘Magnus Opus’ at Tata Steel Chess India 2024

The Hindu  

Magnus Carlsen once described chess in three words: “I am him.” Was he being arrogant? Coming to each new event, it’s like I’ve never won anything before.” At the Tata Steel Chess India 2024, Carlsen’s passion for the game was evident as he secured both the rapid and blitz titles, claiming victories with a round to spare. Top class: Magnus …

Indian chess progressing rapidly, needs more tournaments across categories: Jeroen van den Berg
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Indian chess progressing rapidly, needs more tournaments across categories: Jeroen van den Berg

The Hindu  

A successfully organised sixth edition of Tata Steel Chess India in Kolkata concluded with Magnus Carlsen taking top honours in both rapid and blitz sections of the tournament in the open category. Six years on, these very players have ascended to the global elite, and their evolution mirrors the tournament’s own journey, according to tournament director Jeroen van den Berg. …

'Winning the Chess Olympiad has put India on the map': Grandmasters Harika Dronavalli and Vidit Gujrathi at HTLS 2024
2 months ago

'Winning the Chess Olympiad has put India on the map': Grandmasters Harika Dronavalli and Vidit Gujrathi at HTLS 2024

Hindustan Times  

Almost two months after the historical achievement, Indian Grandmaster Harika Dronavalli is yet to entirely soak in the euphoria of winning the gold-medal finish at the 2024 Chess Olympiads, where the Indian men's and women's teams took the top honour. The two team and four individual gold medals are believed by many to be the start of a new era …

Magnus Carlsen remains unperturbed with competition, lauds India’s success before Tata Steel Chess 2024
2 months ago

Magnus Carlsen remains unperturbed with competition, lauds India’s success before Tata Steel Chess 2024

The Hindu  

“It doesn’t matter to me!” Those straightforward words from Magnus Carlsen — arguably one of the greatest chess players in history — reaffirmed his stance on selectively engaging in classical chess, despite the emergence of talented young challengers. At the drawing of lots for the Tata Steel Chess India 2024 tournament, Carlsen reiterated his ambivalence towards returning to regular classical …

World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen reveals why he doesn't play in India every year
2 months ago

World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen reveals why he doesn't play in India every year

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: Magnus Carlsen, the undisputed world number one for over a decade, believes chess ratings today are somewhat "deflated" compared to the past but remains unfazed by the possibility of someone surpassing him.The five-time world champion, who held the title from 2013 to 2023, chose not to defend his crown, citing lack of motivation. "I don't play a lot of …

Tata Steel Chess set for a Carlsen-Pragg opening
2 months ago

Tata Steel Chess set for a Carlsen-Pragg opening

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: The Tata Steel Chess India is set for a high voltage start after R Praggnanandhaa was drawn to face Magnus Carlsen in the first round of the rapid category on Wednesday. R Praggnanandhaa will face face Magnus Carlsen in the first round of the rapid category in Tata Steel Chess on Wednesday. “A lot of the older players of …

Tata Steel Chess 2024: Indian youngsters ready for fast-paced challenge at India Rapid & Blitz tournament
2 months ago

Tata Steel Chess 2024: Indian youngsters ready for fast-paced challenge at India Rapid & Blitz tournament

The Hindu  

After shaking up the chess world in the classical format with gold medals in both the Open and Women’s sections at the Budapest Olympiad, along with D. Gukesh’s individual brilliance at the Candidates Tournament, India’s young chess stars will be ready to test their mettle in the fast-paced formats at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2024 tournament, …

Tata Steel Chess 2024: Top five players to look out for in Open section of India Rapid & Blitz tournament
2 months ago

Tata Steel Chess 2024: Top five players to look out for in Open section of India Rapid & Blitz tournament

The Hindu  

The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2024 will be held from November 13 to November 17 at the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium in Alipore, Kolkata. Take a look at the top five players in the Open section: Magnus Carlsen World number one Magnus Carlsen will be participating for the second time in the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & …

Magnus Carlsen meets 3-year-old prodigy Anish Sarkar: 'Amazing to see his level'
2 months ago

Magnus Carlsen meets 3-year-old prodigy Anish Sarkar: 'Amazing to see his level'

India Today  

Three-year-old chess prodigy Anish Sarkar had the opportunity to meet and greet his idol Magnus Carlsen on Tuesday, November 12. Anish Sarkar with his idol Magnus Carlsen WHO IS ANISH SARKAR Hailing from Kaikhali in North Kolkata, Anish began his chess journey under the guidance of Grandmaster Dibyendu Barua. While Anish's idols are neither Magnus Carlsen nor Viswanathan Anand, his …

Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi climbs to No. 2 in the live world rankings
2 months, 1 week ago

Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi climbs to No. 2 in the live world rankings

Firstpost  

Besides Arjun Erigaisi, D Gukesh and Viswanathan Anand are the other two Indians in the top 10 of chess live rating. Image: FIDE Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi jumped to the world No.2 in the live chess ranking on Thursday and is now only behind five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen. The 21-year-old Arjun Erigaisi, who hails from Warangal in Andhra Pradesh, …

India’s rising chess talents: Glimpse into future
2 months, 1 week ago

India’s rising chess talents: Glimpse into future

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Inside the cavernous playing hall at the Anna Centenary Library, Levon Aronian has just taken a walk. Some of these players already have glittering resumes, yet they’re still nowhere near the first-choice players for India’s top chess team. Even though he’s lost only one game this year, he admits, “My level the last two years has been okayish. I …

3-Year-Old Boy Makes History as Youngest Chess Player in the World
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

3-Year-Old Boy Makes History as Youngest Chess Player in the World

Deccan Chronicle  

3-year-old Anish Sarkar becomes the youngest rated chess player in history. Born in Kolkata, India, Anish made his debut in competitive chess with the West Bengal state Under-9 Open in October, securing an impressive 5.5 out of 8 points and finishing 24th overall defeating two rated players. He was also fortunate to play against India No. 1 and World No. …

3-Year-Old Anish Becomes Youngest Rated Chess Prodigy in History
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

3-Year-Old Anish Becomes Youngest Rated Chess Prodigy in History

The Hindu  

Kolkata's Anish becomes the youngest rated chess prodigy at 3 years old. Anish made his debut in competitive chess with the West Bengal state Under-9 Open in October, securing an impressive 5.5 out of 8 points and finishing 24th overall defeating two rated players. He was also fortunate to get an opportunity to play against India No. 1 and World …

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