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R Vaishali Creates History with Back-to-Back Women’s Grand Swiss Titles in 2025

Indian chess star R Vaishali etched her name in history once again by successfully defending her Women’s Grand Swiss title, becoming the first player ever to achieve this feat. The Chennai-born Grandmaster secured the crown on September 15, 2025, after holding former Women’s World Champion Tan Zhongyi to a draw in the final round in China. This hard-fought result ensured her sole lead in the standings and confirmed her qualification for the prestig

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16 Sep 2025 01:03 AM 776 views

R Vaishali Creates History with Back-to-Back Women’s Grand Swiss Titles in 2025

Indian chess star R Vaishali etched her name in history once again by successfully defending her Women’s Grand Swiss title, becoming the first player ever to achieve this feat. The Chennai-born Grandmaster secured the crown on September 15, 2025, after holding former Women’s World Champion Tan Zhongyi to a draw in the final round in China. This hard-fought result ensured her sole lead in the standings and confirmed her qualification for the prestig

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R Praggnanandhaa Stuns Magnus Carlsen with Sensational Win at Las Vegas

India's chess prodigy, R Praggnanandhaa, delivered an astounding victory over world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas. In a remarkable 39 moves, Praggnanandhaa defeated the five-time world champion, continuing his impressive streak in Classical, Rapid, and Blitz formats this year. The victory came in Round 4 of the group stage at the tournament, which uses a 10-minute plus 10-second increment time control.

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17 Jul 2025 08:56 AM 589 views

R Praggnanandhaa Stuns Magnus Carlsen with Sensational Win at Las Vegas

India's chess prodigy, R Praggnanandhaa, delivered an astounding victory over world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas. In a remarkable 39 moves, Praggnanandhaa defeated the five-time world champion, continuing his impressive streak in Classical, Rapid, and Blitz formats this year. The victory came in Round 4 of the group stage at the tournament, which uses a 10-minute plus 10-second increment time control.

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India vs USA Chess Match to Feature Gukesh, Nakamura and Top Rising Stars

World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is set to lead Team India in an exciting five-board team match against Team USA, headlined by Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. This high-stakes event titled "Checkmate: USA vs. India" will take place on October 4 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will bring together some of the top chess minds and influencers from both countries, blending elite competition with the energy of a globally watched event. Alongside Gukesh, Tea

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02 May 2025 05:55 AM 1k views

India vs USA Chess Match to Feature Gukesh, Nakamura and Top Rising Stars

World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is set to lead Team India in an exciting five-board team match against Team USA, headlined by Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. This high-stakes event titled "Checkmate: USA vs. India" will take place on October 4 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will bring together some of the top chess minds and influencers from both countries, blending elite competition with the energy of a globally watched event. Alongside Gukesh, Tea

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Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann’s Feud Intensifies Amidst FIDE Controversy

The chess world is embroiled in a growing feud as Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top-ranked grandmaster, leads a movement to decentralize top-level chess from the control of FIDE, the global chess federation. As Carlsen becomes the face of the rival Freestyle Chess movement, tensions have escalated further with a public spat from his rival, Hans Niemann. Niemann, the American chess prodigy who was at the center of a cheating scandal with Carlsen in 2022, openly attacked the Norwegian champ

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19 Feb 2025 06:53 AM 2.53k views

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann’s Feud Intensifies Amidst FIDE Controversy

The chess world is embroiled in a growing feud as Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top-ranked grandmaster, leads a movement to decentralize top-level chess from the control of FIDE, the global chess federation. As Carlsen becomes the face of the rival Freestyle Chess movement, tensions have escalated further with a public spat from his rival, Hans Niemann. Niemann, the American chess prodigy who was at the center of a cheating scandal with Carlsen in 2022, openly attacked the Norwegian champ

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Praggnanandhaa Wins Tata Steel Masters After Thrilling Tiebreaker Against Gukesh

In a dramatic conclusion to the 2025 Tata Steel Masters, R Praggnanandhaa emerged victorious after a tense tiebreaker against fellow Indian player D Gukesh. Both players finished the 13th and final round tied at the top with 8.5 points each, despite suffering surprising losses in the final round—Gukesh lost to Arjun Erigaisi, and Praggnanandhaa fell to Vincent Keymer. This set the stage for an exc

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19 Feb 2025 07:28 AM 1.61k views

Praggnanandhaa Wins Tata Steel Masters After Thrilling Tiebreaker Against Gukesh

In a dramatic conclusion to the 2025 Tata Steel Masters, R Praggnanandhaa emerged victorious after a tense tiebreaker against fellow Indian player D Gukesh. Both players finished the 13th and final round tied at the top with 8.5 points each, despite suffering surprising losses in the final round—Gukesh lost to Arjun Erigaisi, and Praggnanandhaa fell to Vincent Keymer. This set the stage for an exc

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D Gukesh Becomes Highest-Ranked Indian Chess Player, Surpassing Arjun Erigaisi

D Gukesh has continued his rapid ascent in the world of chess by overtaking Arjun Erigaisi to become the highest-ranked Indian chess player in the latest FIDE rankings. The 18-year-old achieved this milestone after winning his second game in the prestigious Tata Steel Tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, Netherlands, defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer. Gukesh now holds an impressive rating of 2784 points, putting him at fourth place globally, while Erigaisi, the previous highest-ranked Indian, h

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23 Jan 2025 10:12 AM 1.57k views

D Gukesh Becomes Highest-Ranked Indian Chess Player, Surpassing Arjun Erigaisi

D Gukesh has continued his rapid ascent in the world of chess by overtaking Arjun Erigaisi to become the highest-ranked Indian chess player in the latest FIDE rankings. The 18-year-old achieved this milestone after winning his second game in the prestigious Tata Steel Tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, Netherlands, defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer. Gukesh now holds an impressive rating of 2784 points, putting him at fourth place globally, while Erigaisi, the previous highest-ranked Indian, h

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D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion at 18

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18. He triumphed over the reigning title-holder, Ding Liren of China, in the 14th and final game of their thrilling showdown in Singapore. Gukesh secured the necessary 7.5 points, edging out Liren, who scored 6.5 points, after winning the last classical time control game, which had seemed destined for a draw for most of the match. Before Gukesh, the title of the youngest

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12 Dec 2024 10:41 AM 1.11k views

D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion at 18

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18. He triumphed over the reigning title-holder, Ding Liren of China, in the 14th and final game of their thrilling showdown in Singapore. Gukesh secured the necessary 7.5 points, edging out Liren, who scored 6.5 points, after winning the last classical time control game, which had seemed destined for a draw for most of the match. Before Gukesh, the title of the youngest

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D Gukesh Eyes World Chess Title

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh is set to make history in the World Chess Championship as he nears a potential victory over China's Ding Liren. The series is tied at 6-6 after 12 intense games, and with a dramatic Game 13 that ended in a draw, Gukesh now has a final chance to clinch the title. This pivotal game, scheduled for Thursday, marks the culmination of years of hard work and determination for the young chess prodigy. Born in Chennai on May 29, 2006, D Gukesh began playing ch

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12 Dec 2024 04:40 AM 974 views

D Gukesh Eyes World Chess Title

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh is set to make history in the World Chess Championship as he nears a potential victory over China's Ding Liren. The series is tied at 6-6 after 12 intense games, and with a dramatic Game 13 that ended in a draw, Gukesh now has a final chance to clinch the title. This pivotal game, scheduled for Thursday, marks the culmination of years of hard work and determination for the young chess prodigy. Born in Chennai on May 29, 2006, D Gukesh began playing ch

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Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Becomes Youngest Indian to Beat a Chess Grandmaster

Aarit Kapil, a nine-year-old chess prodigy from Delhi, has made history by becoming the youngest Indian to defeat a chess Grandmaster. In the penultimate round of the KIIT International Open tournament in Bhubaneswar, Aarit triumphed over Raset Ziatdinov, a 66-year-old Grandmaster from the United States. At just 9 years, 2 months, and 18 days old, Aarit is now the third youngest player globally to beat a Grandmaster under classical time control. The game, which lasted 63 moves, saw

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09 Dec 2024 19:22 PM 1.63k views

Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Becomes Youngest Indian to Beat a Chess Grandmaster

Aarit Kapil, a nine-year-old chess prodigy from Delhi, has made history by becoming the youngest Indian to defeat a chess Grandmaster. In the penultimate round of the KIIT International Open tournament in Bhubaneswar, Aarit triumphed over Raset Ziatdinov, a 66-year-old Grandmaster from the United States. At just 9 years, 2 months, and 18 days old, Aarit is now the third youngest player globally to beat a Grandmaster under classical time control. The game, which lasted 63 moves, saw

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India Makes History: Men's and Women's Teams Win Gold at 45th Chess Olympiad

India made history on Sunday as both its men's and women's chess teams secured their maiden gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad. In a stunning display of skill and strategy, the men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team dominated Azerbaijan, marking a monumental achievement in Indian chess. In the final round, the men's team showcased their prowess as D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanadhaa all claimed victories. Gukesh, facing Vladimir

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22 Sep 2024 11:45 AM 1.08k views

India Makes History: Men's and Women's Teams Win Gold at 45th Chess Olympiad

India made history on Sunday as both its men's and women's chess teams secured their maiden gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad. In a stunning display of skill and strategy, the men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team dominated Azerbaijan, marking a monumental achievement in Indian chess. In the final round, the men's team showcased their prowess as D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanadhaa all claimed victories. Gukesh, facing Vladimir

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R Vaishali Creates History with Back-to-Back Women’s Grand Swiss Titles in 2025

R Vaishali Creates History with Back-to-Back Women’s Grand Swiss Titles in 2025

R Praggnanandhaa Stuns Magnus Carlsen with Sensational Win at Las Vegas

R Praggnanandhaa Stuns Magnus Carlsen with Sensational Win at Las Vegas

India vs USA Chess Match to Feature Gukesh, Nakamura and Top Rising Stars

India vs USA Chess Match to Feature Gukesh, Nakamura and Top Rising Stars

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann’s Feud Intensifies Amidst FIDE Controversy

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann’s Feud Intensifies Amidst FIDE Controversy

Praggnanandhaa Wins Tata Steel Masters After Thrilling Tiebreaker Against Gukesh

Praggnanandhaa Wins Tata Steel Masters After Thrilling Tiebreaker Against Gukesh

D Gukesh Becomes Highest-Ranked Indian Chess Player, Surpassing Arjun Erigaisi

D Gukesh Becomes Highest-Ranked Indian Chess Player, Surpassing Arjun Erigaisi

D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion at 18

D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion at 18

D Gukesh Eyes World Chess Title

D Gukesh Eyes World Chess Title

Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Becomes Youngest Indian to Beat a Chess Grandmaster

Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Becomes Youngest Indian to Beat a Chess Grandmaster

India Makes History: Men's and Women's Teams Win Gold at 45th Chess Olympiad

India Makes History: Men's and Women's Teams Win Gold at 45th Chess Olympiad

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