India's chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa becomes world's second youngest Grandmaster at the age of 12
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India's chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa becomes world's second youngest Grandmaster at the age of 12

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India’s R Praggnanandhaa has become the country’s youngest and the world’s second youngest Grandmaster at the age of 12 years, 10 months and 13 days after reaching the final round of the ongoing Grendine Open in Italy. Chennai: India’s R Praggnanandhaa has become the country’s youngest and the world’s second youngest Grandmaster at the age of 12 years, 10 months and 13 days after reaching the final round of the ongoing Grendine Open in Italy. — Ramesh RB June 23, 2018 Ramesh said Praggnanandhaa had the chance to break Karjakin’s record last year and did come close to making the GM norms but missed out narrowly in the end. “Becoming India’s first youngest and world’s second youngest GM is not all of a sudden.

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2024 Year in Sport, Chess: Gukesh’s glory, Arjun’s ascent, Humpy’s triumph — A golden year for Indian chess
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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
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‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh

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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 …

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

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India
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4 weeks 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 Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India
4 weeks, 2 days 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
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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 …

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis speaks with Gukesh, hails him for ‘marvellous achievement’
1 month ago

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis speaks with Gukesh, hails him for ‘marvellous achievement’

The Hindu  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wished Indian chess player D. Gukesh on becoming the youngest Chess Champion on over phone call on Friday. Heartfelt congratulations to Gukesh D for the extraordinary achievement for becoming the youngest chess champion and winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore! At the age of 18, your relentless hard… pic.twitter.com/SY2uVn0Frb — Devendra Fadnavis December …

Gukesh becomes world champion LIVE reaction: From Tamil Nadu CM to Sachin Tendulkar, more wishes pour in for chess wiz
1 month ago

Gukesh becomes world champion LIVE reaction: From Tamil Nadu CM to Sachin Tendulkar, more wishes pour in for chess wiz

The Hindu  

D Gukesh was crowned the new chess world champion after beating Ding Liren in the 14th round of the World Championship clash in Singapore on Thursday. 🇮🇳♟️🏆 pic.twitter.com/3kPCzGEv1d — Sachin Tendulkar December 12, 2024 Garry Kasparov, whose record Gukesh beat to become the new world champion, had a warm message for the 18-year-old. — Garry Kasparov December 12, 2024 Tamil …

Shubman Gill delivers special message on Team India's behalf to youngest world champion D Gukesh
1 month ago

Shubman Gill delivers special message on Team India's behalf to youngest world champion D Gukesh

Hindustan Times  

India might be playing a high-profile Test series against Australia Down Under but right-handed batter Shubman Gill did not let the opportunity go as he congratulated Gukesh Dommaraju, the youngest-ever world chess champion. Shubman Gill congratulates Gukesh Dommaraju ) Earlier, Russia's Garry Kasparov held the record for being the youngest-ever world champion after he won the championship at the age …

From India's D Gukesh to ex-Soviet Union GM Anatoly Karpov, youngest world champions in chess history
1 month ago

From India's D Gukesh to ex-Soviet Union GM Anatoly Karpov, youngest world champions in chess history

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Gukesh broke Russian and ex-Soviet Union legend Garry Kasparov’s long-standing record for the youngest chess world champion of all time with his 7.5-6.5 victory over China’s Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore. More importantly, Gukesh ended up becoming the youngest world champion in the history of chess, breaking the record previously held by the legendary …

R Madhavan to Kangana Ranaut, film celebrities congratulate D Gukesh on becoming youngest World Chess Champion
1 month ago

R Madhavan to Kangana Ranaut, film celebrities congratulate D Gukesh on becoming youngest World Chess Champion

India TV News  

India's D Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating the defending champion Ding Liren from China. The country is immensely proud of you, young Gukesh Dommaraju, who becomes the youngest chess player to win the World Chess Championship,'' she wrote along with the video featuring the victory moment of Gukesh. Image Source : INSTAGRAMR Madhavan's latest Instagram Stories …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

Youngest Indian GM to youngest chess champ
1 month ago

Youngest Indian GM to youngest chess champ

Hindustan Times  

There’s a now viral video of an 11-year-old Gukesh saying that he wants to become the youngest world champion. “Even now I feel bad that right after Gukesh became the world’s second youngest GM, I had to ask him to sleep at the Madrid airport on our way to a Gibraltar tournament,” said Rajini Kanth. Then you can do whatever …

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, …

D Gukesh makes history: From President Murmu, PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi to MK Stalin, leaders hail world chess champion
1 month ago

D Gukesh makes history: From President Murmu, PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi to MK Stalin, leaders hail world chess champion

Live Mint  

D Gukesh has become the youngest-ever world champion after defeating Ding Liren from China on Thursday at the World Chess Championship 2024, held in Singapore. Several leaders, including President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have congratulated Gukesh on this remarkable achievement. Rahul Gandhi wrote on X. Chennai reaffirms place as 'global Chess Capital’ Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M …

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

D Gukesh crowned youngest Chess world champion
1 month ago

D Gukesh crowned youngest Chess world champion

Op India  

Indian chess sensation D Gukesh made history on Thursday as he was crowned the International Chess Federation World Champion following the final game of his FIDE World Championship tie against China’s Ding Liren, becoming the youngest-ever champion in the history of the sport. 🔥 👏 pic.twitter.com/MYShXB5M62 — International Chess Federation December 12, 2024 The 18-year-old Indian in April created history …

How India's Gukesh D defeated Ding Liren to become youngest chess world champion in history
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1 month ago

How India's Gukesh D defeated Ding Liren to become youngest chess world champion in history

Hindustan Times  

Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at 18, defeating defending champion Ding Liren of China in a dramatic 14-game match held in Singapore. India's D Gukesh reacts after beating title-holder China's Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024 The 18th world champion …

World Chess Championship 2024: ‘Gukesh you legend’, wishes pour in after Indian GM clinches historic title in Singapore
1 month ago

World Chess Championship 2024: ‘Gukesh you legend’, wishes pour in after Indian GM clinches historic title in Singapore

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D Gukesh became the youngest-ever world chess champion after he defeated Cina’s Ding Liren in Game 14 of the 2024 World Chess Championship in Singapore on Thursday. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest-ever chess world champion after he defeated China’s Ding Liren in Game 14 of the 2024 World Chess Championship in Singapore. As It Happened | …

World Chess Championship 2024: D Gukesh beats China’s Ding Liren, becomes youngest-ever world champion at 18
1 month ago

World Chess Championship 2024: D Gukesh beats China’s Ding Liren, becomes youngest-ever world champion at 18

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Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh became the youngest-ever world champion when the 18-year-old defeated reigning champion from China, Ding Liren, on Thursday at the World Chess Championship 2024, which was held in Singapore. Before Gukesh's feat on Thursday, the legendary Garry Kasparov of Russia was the youngest world chess champion when he won the title at the age of 22, dethroning …

Chess: India's D Gukesh Makes History As Youngest World Chess Champion
1 month ago

Chess: India's D Gukesh Makes History As Youngest World Chess Champion

ABP News  

Indian grandmaster D Gukesh made history as youngest World Chess Champion in Singapore on Thursday. Gukesh capitalized on the mistake with a brilliant move, clinching the victory and earning the title of 18th World Chess Champion, becoming the youngest undisputed champion in history. D Gukesh in tears after defeating Ding Liren in World Chess Championship "It's the best day of …

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 …

At 18, India's Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest world chess champion ever
1 month ago

At 18, India's Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest world chess champion ever

NPR  

At 18, India's Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest world chess champion ever toggle caption Simon Lim/AFP via Getty Images Gukesh Dommaraju, the 18-year-old chess prodigy from India, has unseated China's Ding Liren to become the new world chess champion. "Ding's opening choice was expected, but Gukesh played a variation that nobody expected," International Chess Federation President Arkady Dvorkovich said. "I …

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 …

Watch: Viral video of 11-year-old Gukesh revealing world championship dreams
1 month ago

Watch: Viral video of 11-year-old Gukesh revealing world championship dreams

India Today  

"Turn your manifestation into reality," they say—and D. Gukesh has just proven it by winning the World Chess Championship title. D Gukesh in tearns after win: Watch here Watch the video here- Gukesh becomes youngest world champion Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh created history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. He achieved this incredible feat by defeating reigning champion Ding …

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 …

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 …

R. Praggnanandhaa: I’m not someone who wins six in a row often, so it’s definitely a good sign
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Young Prodigy D Gukesh's Meteoric Rise a Delight for Indian Chess Fans
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Young Prodigy D Gukesh's Meteoric Rise a Delight for Indian Chess Fans

Firstpost  

Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand expressed his surprise and delight at D Gukesh's meteoric rise to challenge for the World Chess Championship. Anand, the lone chess world champion from India, won the title-deciding match six times in two separate reigns and could potentially be joined by Gukesh later this month. Anand praised Gukesh's strength and composure, saying that his ability …

Indian prodigy Anish Sarkar, 3, becomes world's youngest FIDE-rated chess player
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian prodigy Anish Sarkar, 3, becomes world's youngest FIDE-rated chess player

Firstpost  

Indian chess player Anish Sarkar has become the youngest ever FIDE-rated chess player at the age of 3 years 8 months and 19 days. Anish Sarkar scored 2/3 against three rated players at the West Bengal State Under-9 Open and finished 24th in what was his first Classical rating tournament, as per ChessBase India.

3-Year-Old Anish Sarkar: The Youngest Rated Chess Player in History
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

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

Indians storming global chess stage. Can your kid be a Grandmaster too?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Indians storming global chess stage. Can your kid be a Grandmaster too?

India Today  

When 10-year-old chess prodigy Charvi Anilkumar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January to receive the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Award, she made a request to him. India has produced 81 Grandmasters since 2000 MULTIPLE FACTORS HELPING CREATE INDIAN GRANDMASTERS It's tough to pinpoint a particular reason for the assembly line of chess prodigies in the country. Young minds …

FIDE Candidates 2024: D Gukesh becomes second youngest player in tournament history
9 months, 1 week ago

FIDE Candidates 2024: D Gukesh becomes second youngest player in tournament history

The Hindu  

India’s D Gukesh became the second-younger player to take part in the Candidates tournament, on Thursday, when he opened the competition in Toronto with a match against compatriot Vidit Gujarathi. The 17-year-old Gukesh is only bettered by American chess legend Bobby Fischer, who took part in the the 1959 Candidates tournament when he was just 16. He eventually stayed ahead …

Praggnanandhaa surpasses Viswanathan Anand as No. 1 Indian chess player
11 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Gautam Adani meets chess champion Praggnanandhaa, extends support
1 year 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 …

Vaishali Rameshbabu: Indian chess siblings become first brother and sister duo to earn grandmaster title
1 year, 1 month 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, 4 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 …

Praggnanandhaa: Tata Steel Chess India tournament is where I got a glimpse of what top class chess is about
1 year, 4 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, 4 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 …

Chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa meets PM Narendra Modi, shares memorable pictures
1 year, 4 months ago

Chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa meets PM Narendra Modi, shares memorable pictures

India TV News  

India's young chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa and his parents met with India's Primer Minister Narendra Modi at his residence on Thursday. Praggnanandha made every Indian proud after reaching the Chess World Cup 2023 final after beating some of the biggest names in the world. He became India's youngest and only second Grandmaster to reach the final of the Chess World …

Tata Steel Chess India 2023: Focus on Praggnanandhaa, women’s section to kick things off
1 year, 4 months ago

Tata Steel Chess India 2023: Focus on Praggnanandhaa, women’s section to kick things off

The Hindu  

He arrived to a hero’s welcome in his hometown Chennai on Wednesday. After his exploits at the Chess World Cup in Baku, the 18-year-old will be the biggest attraction of the fifth edition of the Tata Steel Chess India tournament, which opens at the National Library on Thursday. Capturing the intense moments of the draw of lots ceremony at Tata …

'Good For Chess': Praggnanandhaa As He Gets A Hero's Welcome In Chennai
1 year, 4 months ago

'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 …

A new era in chess has begun. Nurture it
1 year, 4 months ago

A new era in chess has begun. Nurture it

Hindustan Times  

The journey of a chess prodigy is often fraught with danger. But 18-year-old R Praggnanandhaa, with the run to the final of the Chess World Cup, and 17-year-old D Gukesh, with his rise into the top-10 of the FIDE World Rankings, are showing that this generation of India’s chess geniuses is all right. The competition from within is fierce — …

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