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Tata Steel Chess India 2024: R. Praggnanandhaa recovers from early slump in Blitz, Arjun Erigaisi hands Magnus Carlsen only loss of tournament
1 month, 1 week ago

Tata Steel Chess India 2024: R. Praggnanandhaa recovers from early slump in Blitz, Arjun Erigaisi hands Magnus Carlsen only loss of tournament

The Hindu  

Blitz chess is fast. R. Praggnanandhaa discovered this the hard way during the opening round of the Tata Steel Chess India 2024 Blitz tournament at the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium. After finishing second behind Magnus Carlsen in the rapid section, Praggnanandhaa soon uncovered the fun side of blitz as well, ending the day in the same position — second overall — …

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Chennai Grandmasters 2024: Vidit slumps to second consecutive defeat; Arjun Erigaisi settles for draw
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chennai Grandmasters 2024: Vidit slumps to second consecutive defeat; Arjun Erigaisi settles for draw

The Hindu  

Vidit Gujrathi got into time trouble versus Iranian Parham Maghsoodloo and couldn’t recover to slump to his second successive loss in the second round of the Chennai Grandmasters classical chess tournament at the Anna Centenary Library here on Wednesday. Arjun Erigaisi, who capitalised on Vidit’s blunder to win with black pieces in the first round, had to settle for a …

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Chennai Grandmasters | Arjun rallies to post a win over Vidit on opening day
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chennai Grandmasters | Arjun rallies to post a win over Vidit on opening day

The Hindu  

Top seed Arjun Erigaisi secured a come-from-behind win with black pieces over Vidit Gujrathi in the first round of the second edition of the Chennai Grandmasters classical chess tournament at the Anna Centenary Library here on Tuesday. Aravindh had to be defensive almost throughout the game against Amin Tabatabaei, while Aronian misplayed from an advantageous position against Alexey Sarana. The …

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Chennai Grand Masters 2024: Preview, Player List, Pairing, Full Schedule, FIDE Circuit Points at Stake
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chennai Grand Masters 2024: Preview, Player List, Pairing, Full Schedule, FIDE Circuit Points at Stake

The Hindu  

The Chennai Grand Masters 2024 will be held in the city from November 5 to November 11. The event features a strong field of 20 participants, including reigning world champion Ding Liren and former FIDE Candidates champion D. Gukesh. The tournament will also feature a Challengers section, with the winner qualifying for the Masters section for next year's tournament.

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How D Gukesh clinched a historic victory for India at Candidates in Toronto
8 months ago

How D Gukesh clinched a historic victory for India at Candidates in Toronto

Hindustan Times  

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, at just 17, has become the youngest ever challenger for the world title! Then in round seven, Firouzja beat Gukesh and other matches ended as draws, which saw Nepomniachtchi end the first-half of the tournament as the leader. Round 8 and 9 Round eight saw some thrilling chess as Abasov held Nepomniachtchi to a draw …

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Candidates 2024 Points Table: Gukesh, Tan Zhongyi finish on top after last round
8 months ago

Candidates 2024 Points Table: Gukesh, Tan Zhongyi finish on top after last round

The Hindu  

India’s D Gukesh became the youngest winner of the FIDE Candidates tournament after an exciting final round on Monday in Toronto. Gukesh held fellow title contender Hikaru Nakamura to a draw with black pieces in Round 14 to ensure his title win and become the second Indian to qualify for a World Championship final in the classical format, after Viswanathan …

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FIDE Candidates 2024 Round 12: Gukesh prevails over Abasov to take joint-lead; Pragnanandhaa holds Nepomniachtchi
8 months ago

FIDE Candidates 2024 Round 12: Gukesh prevails over Abasov to take joint-lead; Pragnanandhaa holds Nepomniachtchi

The Hindu  

A resolute D. Gukesh produced another brilliantly-crafted victory to join Ian Nepomniachtchi at the top along with a resurgent Hikaru Nakamura and set up an exciting finale of the FIDE Candidates 2024 in Toronto. ALSO CHECK | Candidates 2024 Points Table Gukesh surprised Abasov in the opening phase of the Nimzo Indian setup. HIGHLIGHTS | Gukesh vs Nijat Abasov, FIDE …

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Candidates 2024: Blood, tears and a sole leader
8 months ago

Candidates 2024: Blood, tears and a sole leader

Hindustan Times  

How do you reckon with a defeat after you’ve frittered away your winning chances? The 29-year-old Indian missed two winning chances with White and declined repetition against two-time Candidates winner Ian Nepomniachtchi. Vidit Gujrathi during Candidates tournament The other two Indians in the Open section – R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh lost and drew their respective games and the standings …

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FIDE Candidates 2024, Round 11: Vidit, Praggnanandhaa lose; Gukesh settles for draw against Caruana to stay second
8 months ago

FIDE Candidates 2024, Round 11: Vidit, Praggnanandhaa lose; Gukesh settles for draw against Caruana to stay second

The Hindu  

In the field of sports, it is said that it is easier to reach a winning position than to win from a winning position. Like Vidit, R. Praggnanandhaa too lost from the white side and reignited second seed Hikaru Nakamura’s title hopes. The day, which saw all three Indians playing with bright pieces, ended in gloom for the fans with …

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Nepo wins marathon game vs Vidit to take sole lead after Round 11
8 months ago

Nepo wins marathon game vs Vidit to take sole lead after Round 11

Hindustan Times  

The Candidates tournament is now on its home stretch and the standings are in flux. India’s D Gukesh had to be content with a draw against Fabiano Caruana with the White pieces after falling dangerously low on time in Round 11. Two-time Candidates winner Ian Nepomniachtchi showed just why he thrives in this tournament – wringing out a win with …

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Candidates home stretch: Nerves, pressure and the Indian hope
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates home stretch: Nerves, pressure and the Indian hope

Hindustan Times  

Four rounds remain in the Candidates, with six players in the race. He’s been dodging bullets and I think he has a good chance to become a legend by winning the Candidates a third time.I've also been quite impressed with how Vidit has fought back after tough losses and Pragg's ability to take risks.” In many ways, less experience also …

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Candidates 2024: Gukesh gets ready for Caruana; Indians a worry for Nepomniachtchi
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates 2024: Gukesh gets ready for Caruana; Indians a worry for Nepomniachtchi

The Hindu  

More than two-thirds of the FIDE Candidates 2024 is over and there are five players with a realistic chance of becoming the next challenger to the reigning World champion Ding Liren. If Gukesh is due to play top seed Fabiano Caruana and last seed Nijat Abasov in the next two rounds before the rest day on April 19, the Russian …

Indian Play Gukesh Nakamura Caruana Nepomniachtchi Praggnanandhaa Vidit
Candidates Chess: Gukesh and Nepomniachtchi retain lead after agreeing to 40-move draw
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates Chess: Gukesh and Nepomniachtchi retain lead after agreeing to 40-move draw

The Hindu  

D. Gukesh and Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi, the overnight leaders at the Candidates chess tournament, drew their 10th round encounter at Toronto on Monday. 📷 Michal Walusza pic.twitter.com/BaMRbK2kxv — International Chess Federation April 15, 2024 They are followed half-a-point behind by R. Praggnanandhaa and the two top-seeded Americans, Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura, who both won their games. Watch the interview …

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Candidates 2024 Points Table: Gukesh, Nepomniachtchi stay on top; Praggnanandhaa continues on third; Humpy fifth in women’s category after round 10
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates 2024 Points Table: Gukesh, Nepomniachtchi stay on top; Praggnanandhaa continues on third; Humpy fifth in women’s category after round 10

The Hindu  

India’s D. Gukesh stayed on top of the leaderboards alongside Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi after playing out a draw on Tuesday against the latter in the round 10 game of the FIDE Candidates 2024 at the Great Hall in Toronto, Canada. Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana moved to fourth and fifth positions after their round 10 wins. HIGHLIGHTS | FIDE CANDIDATES …

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Candidates 2024, Round 9: Valiant Vidit nails Nakamura for a second time; Draw with Praggnanandhaa keeps Gukesh in joint lead
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates 2024, Round 9: Valiant Vidit nails Nakamura for a second time; Draw with Praggnanandhaa keeps Gukesh in joint lead

The Hindu  

It was only fair that Vidit Gujrathi got undivided attention as the day’s hero. Much before the return-clash involving joint leader D. Gukesh and R. Praggnanandhaa ended with honours even, Vidit emergied as the ninth round’s lone winner but more significantly, ensured the bragging rights for pulling off something very special in the world of chess. With his third win …

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Candidates Chess 2024: D Gukesh Beats Vidit Gujrathi to Regain Joint Lead
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates Chess 2024: D Gukesh Beats Vidit Gujrathi to Regain Joint Lead

News 18  

India’s D Gukesh bounced back with a finely crafted game to outwit compatriot Vidit Gujrathi and regain his joint lead with Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia after the eighth round of the Candidates chess tournament in Toronto. Explore the complete IPL 2024 Schedule, IPL 2024 Points Table and players with the Most Sixes, Most Fours and Most Fifties in IPL 2024 …

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Candidates Tournament 2024, Round 6: Pragg & Vidit Win, Gukesh Remains on Top
8 months, 1 week ago

Candidates Tournament 2024, Round 6: Pragg & Vidit Win, Gukesh Remains on Top

The Quint  

Gukesh, meanwhile, could not become the first Indian to win three games, although he extended his unbeaten streak with a draw against Hikaru Nakamura, in a game where neither player seemed interested in taking risks. In the women’s section, the experienced Koneru Humpy did not have many answers against the 2022 Candidates Tournament winner, Lei Tingjie. For Praggnanandhaa’s sister Vaishali, …

Candidates 2024: Vidit Gujrathi beats Alireza Firouzja in round six
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Candidates 2024: Vidit Gujrathi beats Alireza Firouzja in round six

The Hindu  

India’s Vidit Gujrathi nabbed his second win of the FIDE Candidates 2024 tournament after he beat France’s Alireza Firouzja in a round six encounter in Toronto, Canada on Thursday. The game was evenly poised until move 11, when Firouzja made a mistake to hand Vidit a slender advantage, which he capped by castling to the longer side. HIGHLIGHTS | FIDE …

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Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh, Vidit, Vaishali, Humpy at Candidates 2024: Round 6 - Schedule, pairing, colour
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh, Vidit, Vaishali, Humpy at Candidates 2024: Round 6 - Schedule, pairing, colour

The Hindu  

The Indian challenge at the FIDE Candidates 2024 tournament will continue on Thursday, with the sixth round action starting at 12 AM in Toronto, Canada. D. Gukesh joined the leaderboard alongside Ian Nepomniachtchi after beating Nijat Abasov in the fifth round, while the other four Indians played out a draw in their respective matches. HIGHLIGHTS | FIDE CANDIDATES 2024 ROUND …

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R Praggnanandhaa Beats Vidit Gujrathi in Third Round of Candidates Chess Tournament
8 months, 2 weeks ago

R Praggnanandhaa Beats Vidit Gujrathi in Third Round of Candidates Chess Tournament

News 18  

Indian grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa came up with a spectacular game to down compatriot Vidit Gujrathi in the third round of the Candidates Chess tournament here. In the women’s event, Zhongyi Tan with two points remained a half point clear of nearest rival Goryachkina with Humpy, Vaishali, and Lagno on their toes with 1.5 points each. Results round 3 : Vidit …

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Praggnanandhaa vs Vidit Gujrathi, FIDE Chess Candidates 2024: Round 3 match highlights
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Praggnanandhaa vs Vidit Gujrathi, FIDE Chess Candidates 2024: Round 3 match highlights

The Hindu  

India’s R Praggnanandhaa beat Vidit Gujrathi in a round three encounter in the FIDE Candidates tournament happening in Toronto, Canada on Sunday. Check out the board below to follow all moves from the match ↓ HIGHLIGHTS | FIDE CHESS CANDIDATES-2024 ROUND THREE ROUND 3 PAIRINGS Open Nijat Abasov - Hikaru Nakamura Alireza Firouzja - Fabiano Caruana Gukesh D - Ian …

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Candidates 2024, Round 2: Vidit stuns Nakamura, Gukesh beats Praggnanandhaa
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Candidates 2024, Round 2: Vidit stuns Nakamura, Gukesh beats Praggnanandhaa

The Hindu  

Hikaru Nakamura’s expressions said it all. After a day of draws, Friday provided decisive results on all four boards, with defending champion Ian Nepomniachtchi getting the better of Alireza Firouzja and top seed Fabiano Caruana defeating lowest-ranked Nijat Abasov. But the move that left Nakamura off-balance for the rest of the battle was Vidit’s smart bishop-offer on capturing a pawn …

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Hikaru Nakamura vs Vidit GujrathI, FIDE Candidates 2024: Round 2 match highlights
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Hikaru Nakamura vs Vidit GujrathI, FIDE Candidates 2024: Round 2 match highlights

The Hindu  

India’s Vidit Gujrathi pipped America’s Hikaru Nakamura to secure his first win of the FIDE Candidates tournament during a second round match in Toronto on Saturday. Check out the board below to follow all moves from the match ↓ MATCH REPORT - Vidit Gujrathi beats Hikaru Nakamura ROUND 2 PAIRINGS Open Hikaru Nakamura - Vidit Santosh Gujrathi Praggnanandhaa R - …

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FIDE Candidates 2024, Round 1: Draws dominate day one in Canada
8 months, 2 weeks ago

FIDE Candidates 2024, Round 1: Draws dominate day one in Canada

The Hindu  

A look at the results, showing a draw on all four boards, could easily mislead one into assuming that there was a premium on excitement in the opening round of the FIDE Candidates 2024 in Toronto. FOLLOW LIVE | Chess Candidates 2024, Round 2 On a day when top seed Fabiano Caruana missed his chances against fellow American and second …

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