'Good For Chess': Praggnanandhaa As He Gets A Hero's Welcome In Chennai
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'Good For Chess': Praggnanandhaa As He Gets A Hero's Welcome In Chennai

ABP News  

Even after suffering a loss in the final of the 2023 Chess World Cup against world no 1 Magnus Carlsen on Thursday, Indian chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa scripted history. #WATCH | After returning to Chennai, R Praggnanandhaa says, "I am very happy to see so many people coming here and it is good for Chess." https://t.co/4kqysfzPvw pic.twitter.com/u4BMY2mysr — ANI August 30, 2023 Praggnanandhaa after reaching Chennai said, "I am very happy to see so many people coming here and it is good for Chess." 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa, born on August 10, 2005, in India's Chennai, is now the third youngest chess player ever to qualify for the Candidates tournament.

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Know all about chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju's favourite films starring Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda, Hrithik Roshan
6 days, 5 hours 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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6 days, 6 hours 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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1 week 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
1 week, 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 …

WATCH | Want to congratulate Gukesh on behalf of Indian cricket team, says Gill
1 week, 4 days 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
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Gukesh Dommaraju: Indian teen credits Magnus Carlsen after becoming youngest world chess champion

The Independent  

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Opinion: How a boy from Chennai rekindled India's ancient chess spirit
1 week, 5 days 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 …

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest chess world champion in history and earns praise from Indian prime minister
1 week, 5 days 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 …

You've made us proud: Big B and Mohanlal celebrate world chess champion D Gukesh
1 week, 5 days ago

You've made us proud: Big B and Mohanlal celebrate world chess champion D Gukesh

India Today  

Indian teen chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju made history by becoming the world’s youngest chess champion after defeating Ding Liren to win the 2024 World Championship on Thursday. JAI HIND pic.twitter.com/lx8LgFyRfl — Amitabh Bachchan December 12, 2024 Mohanlal wrote, "Heartiest congratulations to @DGukesh on an extraordinary triumph at the World Chess Championship! pic.twitter.com/wEUBq7bZcv — Mohanlal December 13, 2024 Actor Sivakarthikeyan also …

D Gukesh wins: How chess capital Chennai gifted India another world champion
1 week, 5 days 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 …

How India’s Gukesh Dommaraju became chess king in a cricket crazy country
1 week, 5 days 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 …

The new king of chess
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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 …

Champ Started Moving Chess Pieces at Seven
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Champ Started Moving Chess Pieces at Seven

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Nurtured by parents who put their careers on hold for his growth and didn't hesitate to seek crowd-funding for his dreams, D Gukesh manifested his destiny as a seven-year-old and turned it into reality in just over a decade's time.The 18-year-old defeated Ding Liren of China to become the youngest ever world chess champion capping a fabulous year …

Indian teen Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess world champion after beating Chinese rival
1 week, 5 days 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 week, 5 days 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, …

President Murmu and PM Modi congratulate D Gukesh for becoming the youngest ever Chess World Champion
1 week, 5 days ago

President Murmu and PM Modi congratulate D Gukesh for becoming the youngest ever Chess World Champion

Op India  

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. D. Gukesh made history on Thursday, becoming the youngest-ever International Chess Federation World Champion after defeating China’s Ding Liren in the final game of their championship tie. Stalin highlighted Gukesh’s contribution to India’s chess legacy, stating, “Congratulations to @DGukesh on …

Viswanathan Anand thrilled for world champion D Gukesh: A Proud Moment for India
1 week, 6 days 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 week, 6 days 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 …

Gukesh Dommaraju: 18-year-old Indian becomes the youngest chess world champion ever after Ding Liren blunder
1 week, 6 days 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
4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

R. Praggnanandhaa: I’m not someone who wins six in a row often, so it’s definitely a good sign
1 month, 1 week ago

R. Praggnanandhaa: I’m not someone who wins six in a row often, so it’s definitely a good sign

The Hindu  

If there’s one prodigy among a pool of exciting Indian chess talents who commands respect from top players around the globe, it’s undoubtedly R. Praggnanandhaa. Praggnanandhaa’s ability to trouble Carlsen in the past made him a key player to watch at the Tata Steel Chess India 2024. This tournament is more about managing your time well, being sharp, and playing …

World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen reveals why he doesn't play in India every year
1 month, 1 week 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 2024: Top five players to look out for in Open section of India Rapid & Blitz tournament
1 month, 1 week 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 & …

3-Year-Old Boy Makes History as Youngest Chess Player in the World
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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 Sarkar: The Youngest Rated Chess Player in History
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3-Year-Old Anish Sarkar: The Youngest Rated Chess Player in History

India Today  

Kolkata's 3-year-old Anish Sarkar becomes the youngest rated chess player in history. 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 …

‘It is great being part of a golden generation of Indian chess,’ says Divya Deshmukh
6 months, 1 week ago

‘It is great being part of a golden generation of Indian chess,’ says Divya Deshmukh

The Hindu  

She had a tough time handling the World junior girls’ chess championship trophy. “There was the pressure of the Elo points, but including this one, I had the chance to play only two World junior championships and this is a tournament I always wanted to win,” Divya told Sportstar. “It is great being part of a golden generation of Indian …

Indian chess needs sponsors: Divya Deshmukh
6 months, 1 week ago

Indian chess needs sponsors: Divya Deshmukh

The Hindu  

She had a tough time handling the trophy. “There was the pressure of the Elo points, but including this one, I had the chance to play only two World junior championships and this is a tournament I always wanted to win,” Divya told The Hindu. Many of my opponents, like second seed Mariam Mkrtchyan, were better than their rating.” She …

How a mentality shift propelled Arjun Erigaisi from a missed Candidates to world No 4
6 months, 1 week ago

How a mentality shift propelled Arjun Erigaisi from a missed Candidates to world No 4

Hindustan Times  

Arjun Erigaisi believes he’s set himself free. On April 1, his feat was official – he became only the second Indian chess player after D Gukesh to go past Viswanathan Anand in the Fide published rankings and become India’s highest-ranked chess player. “Being No 1 Indian feels good,” Arjun told HT, “But I’ve decided to stop caring about results, ratings …

Pragananadhaa stuns world number two, achieves unique feat in classical chess
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pragananadhaa stuns world number two, achieves unique feat in classical chess

Deccan Chronicle  

Stavanger : Indian teenage chess sensation R Pragananadhaa continued with his dominating ways in the ongoing Norway Chess competition as he defeated the world number two player Fabiano Caruana in round five in a classical chess game on Saturday night. Using white pieces, the runners-up from last year's FIDE Chess World Cup battled it out with some intelligent moves against …

Praggnanandhaa clinches first classical chess win over world No.1 Carlsen
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Praggnanandhaa clinches first classical chess win over world No.1 Carlsen

Deccan Chronicle  

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa claimed his maiden classical game victory over world number one Magnus Carlsen to take the sole lead in the Norway Chess tournament here.The 18-year-old Indian, who has beaten Carlsen in the rapid/exhibition games quite a few times, took the leader's position with 5.5 points after three rounds.Praggnanandhaa was playing with white pieces and his victory pushed …

'Absolutely Dominating at Youth Level, There's No Match': Magnus Carlsen Impressed by Chess Revolution in India
6 months, 4 weeks ago

'Absolutely Dominating at Youth Level, There's No Match': Magnus Carlsen Impressed by Chess Revolution in India

News 18  

Magnus Carlsen is impressed by the ‘chess revolution’ in India that has seen the emergence of a host of Grandmasters from the country with D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa two of their brightest stars. At the recent Rapid and Blitz tournament in Poland, the 33-year-old Carlsen, a five-time world champion, was the oldest player in a field also comprising three …

Anand Mahindra says ‘time to brag’ after R Praggnanandhaa defeats world chess champion Magnus Carlsen
7 months, 1 week ago

Anand Mahindra says ‘time to brag’ after R Praggnanandhaa defeats world chess champion Magnus Carlsen

Hindustan Times  

Reactions poured in from various social media platforms after Indian chess grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa defeated Magnus Carlsen, the reigning five-time world chess champion, in the second round of the Superbet rapid and blitz chess tournament. Here’s what Anand Mahindra posted on X: After Mahindra lauded the Indian chess prodigy, individuals suggested rewarding him with vehicles from the Mahindra lineup, proposing …

Candidates 2024: We’ll aim to stay as number one for a few years, says Gukesh’s coach, Vishnu Prasanna
8 months ago

Candidates 2024: We’ll aim to stay as number one for a few years, says Gukesh’s coach, Vishnu Prasanna

The Hindu  

Both D. Gukesh and his coach, Grandmaster Vishnu Prasanna, are close to achieving one of their biggest goals of Gukesh becoming the World champion, courtesy of the 17-year-old winning the Candidates tournament in Toronto on Monday and becoming the youngest-ever challenger for the world championship title. I’m looking forward to the future games.’ “Otherwise, it was mainly between Gajewski and …

Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman lauds India's sportspersons, says country is proud of our youth
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman lauds India's sportspersons, says country is proud of our youth

India TV News  

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the budget of the Modi government, the final one, of this term ahead of the Loksabha elections. During her speech she lauded India's sportspersons for their massive achievement especially last year as she pointed out India's Chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa who became world number one and India athletes in Asian and Para-Asian Games who …

Praggnanandhaa surpasses Viswanathan Anand as No. 1 Indian chess player
11 months, 1 week ago

Praggnanandhaa surpasses Viswanathan Anand as No. 1 Indian chess player

The Hindu  

Teenaged Indian chess superstar R. Praggnanandhaa defeated world champion Ding Liren of China in the fourth round of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament, a win which also helped him surpass the legendary Viswanathan Anand as the top-rated Indian player. After the victory late on Tuesday night, the 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa has 2748.3 points as against 2748 of five-time world champion Anand …

R Praggnanandhaa beats world champion Ding Liren, surpasses Viswanathan Anand to become No. 1 Indian
11 months, 1 week ago

R Praggnanandhaa beats world champion Ding Liren, surpasses Viswanathan Anand to become No. 1 Indian

India TV News  

Chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa scripted history on Tuesday, January 16, as he defeated the world champion Ding Liren at the ongoing TATA Steel Chess Tournament and moved past veteran chess Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand to become the No. The victory over the world champion from China took Praggnanandhaa by surprise as he was not expecting the former to go down so …

Gautam Adani meets chess champion Praggnanandhaa, extends support
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Adani meets chess champion Praggnanandhaa, extends support

Hindustan Times  

Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani on Friday met rising chess sensation Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa. Adani wrote on X, “It's a privilege to support Praggnanandhaa as he continues to win laurels in the world of chess and make India proud. Jai Hind.” Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani along with chess champion Praggnanandhaa In 2023, Praggnanandhaa achieved the distinction of becoming the youngest …

Sportstar Aces 2024, Popular Choice Awards: R. Praggnanandhaa nominated for ‘Sportstar of the Year (Male)‘ award
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Sportstar Aces 2024, Popular Choice Awards: R. Praggnanandhaa nominated for ‘Sportstar of the Year (Male)‘ award

The Hindu  

R Praggnanandhaa was nominated for the ‘Popular Choice — Sportstar of the Year ‘ award for the upcoming Sportstar ACES Awards 2024. ACES Awards 2024 | Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards The teenage chess sensation had a stellar 2023, as the 18-year-old won the Asian Games team silver for India in Hangzhou and had a peak rating …

The state of Indian chess at the end of 2023 | Data
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The state of Indian chess at the end of 2023 | Data

The Hindu  

The year 2023 was yet another good one for Indian chess. Two chess stalwarts — Grandmasters R. Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi — qualified to play in the 2024 Candidates Tournament which will determine the challenger to the current World Champion, Ding Liren, of China. Click to remove AMP mode Vidit scored an emphatic victory in the FIDE Grand Swiss Tournament …

Vaishali Rameshbabu: Indian chess siblings become first brother and sister duo to earn grandmaster title
1 year ago

Vaishali Rameshbabu: Indian chess siblings become first brother and sister duo to earn grandmaster title

CNN  

CNN — Chess player Vaishali Rameshbabu followed in the family tradition by becoming a grandmaster on Friday. Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images “Becoming a has been my goal since I started playing chess,” Vaishali told Chess.com after earning the title at the IV El Llobregat Open in Spain. To achieve the title, players must win three norm tournaments – competitions which themselves …

Praggnanandhaa’s ready to do the star turn for India
1 year, 3 months ago

Praggnanandhaa’s ready to do the star turn for India

Hindustan Times  

On August 30, an air of frenzy and festivity awaited R Praggnanandhaa’s return home. On a typically warm and sultry morning, the size of the gathering at the arrival hall of the Chennai International Airport almost resembled the reception reserved for India’s cricketers returning from a World Cup triumph. Erigaisi was also a step away from reaching the semi-finals and …

Podcast: From Pragg and Gukesh to Divya Deshmukh - getting to know India’s chess prodigies
1 year, 3 months ago

Podcast: From Pragg and Gukesh to Divya Deshmukh - getting to know India’s chess prodigies

The Hindu  

The rise of Indian youngsters in the world of chess in the recent years has been nothing short of remarkable. The quartet of exceptionally talented young players - R. Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, D. Gukesh, and Nihal Sarin - has been making waves on the international chess scene, garnering attention and accolades along the way. Praggnanandhaa made the community sit up …

Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh felicitated by school Velammal Nexus
1 year, 3 months ago

Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh felicitated by school Velammal Nexus

The Hindu  

Two of India’s finest young Grandmasters from Chennai, R. Praggnanandhaa and D. Gukesh, were felicitated by their school, Velammal Nexus, on Monday, with a cash award of Rs. 1 in FIDE rating list recently, displacing the former five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand who was country’s top-ranked player in the world since July 1986. Informing that Anand has been “my idol”, …

Tata Steel Chess: It all started in the City of Joy for Praggnanandhaa
1 year, 3 months ago

Tata Steel Chess: It all started in the City of Joy for Praggnanandhaa

The Hindu  

He has hardly had a moment of rest since he made it to the final of the Chess World Cup at Baku. R. Praggnanandhaa may have lost to Magnus Carlsen, the planet’s best player by a considerable distance, but he won fame the way probably no Indian chess player has since Viswanathan Anand. On Tuesday, he will begin his campaign …

Praggnanandhaa: Tata Steel Chess India tournament is where I got a glimpse of what top class chess is about
1 year, 3 months ago

Praggnanandhaa: Tata Steel Chess India tournament is where I got a glimpse of what top class chess is about

The Hindu  

He has hardly had a moment of rest since he made it to the final of the Chess World Cup at Baku. R. Praggnanandhaa may have lost to Magnus Carlsen, the world’s best player by a considerable distance, but he won fame the way probably no Indian chess player has since Viswanathan Anand. On Tuesday, he will begin playing at …

Video: In Indian chess’ golden age, how does Praggnanandhaa stand out?
1 year, 3 months ago

Video: In Indian chess’ golden age, how does Praggnanandhaa stand out?

The Hindu  

R Praggnanadhaa has been the toast of the nation since his runner-up finish to Magnus Carlsen at the FIDE Chess World Cup. Sportstar’s Rakesh Rao speaks about the prodigy and his ability to come back from defeat, drawing parallels with Pragg’s sister Vaishali who he says is a little more affected by the loss suffered. Rao speaks about the difference …

Praggnanandhaa: The boy who gets cricket-loving India chess-thumping
1 year, 3 months ago

Praggnanandhaa: The boy who gets cricket-loving India chess-thumping

The Hindu  

The unexpected progress of R. Praggnanandhaa in the recent Chess World Cup final made cricket-loving fans in India sit up and take notice of the teenager’s skills. Q: Even though Viswanathan Anand won the World title five times, the World Cup twice, became World No. Gukesh’s victory over Wang Hao, playing with black pieces in the first game, was also …

Magnus Carlsen is not invincible, says Praggnanandhaa
1 year, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen is not invincible, says Praggnanandhaa

The Hindu  

India's latest chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa may have fallen short of his World Cup title dreams, going down to Magnus Carlsen in the final, but the 18-year-old prodigy on September 3 asserted that the five-time world champion Norwegian was "far from invincible". Praggnanandhaa had a dream World Cup run in Baku last month when he became the youngest ever finalist …

D Gukesh Replaces Vishwanathan Anand as India's Top Rated Chess Player After 37 Years
1 year, 3 months ago

D Gukesh Replaces Vishwanathan Anand as India's Top Rated Chess Player After 37 Years

News 18  

Teenaged Grandmaster D Gukesh has replaced the legendary Viswanathan Anand as India’s top chess player after more than three decades. The 17-year old Chennai GM, who recently lost in the quarterfinals of the FIDE World Cup in Baku to Magnus Carlsen, moved ahead of Anand to be ranked No.8 in the world. As per the FIDE ratings effective September 1, …

PM Modi meets R Praggnanandhaa after India chess star's remarkable run in FIDE World Cup 2023
1 year, 3 months ago

PM Modi meets R Praggnanandhaa after India chess star's remarkable run in FIDE World Cup 2023

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa, who recently made history by clinching the silver medal in the FIDE World Cup. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with FIDE World Cup 2023 runner-up Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa in New Delhi Praggnanandhaa earlier wrote, “It was a great honour to meet Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi at his residence! 1, secured …

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