The fourth round of the National Chess Championship brought with it plenty of excitement, including upsets of top seeds, as Surya Shekhar Ganguly continues his strong performance with his fourth consecutive victory.
Results for: Abhijeet Gupta
The second round of the 61st National Chess Championship saw a continuation of the dominant performances from the top seeds. Surya Shekhar Ganguly, Abhijeet Gupta, S.P. Sethuraman, and Diptayan Ghosh all secured victories, showcasing their strength and experience.
The opening round of the 61st National Chess Championship saw all 19 participating Grandmasters secure victories, including top seed Surya Shekhar Ganguly, second seed Abhijeet Gupta, and defending champion S.P. Sethuraman. The tournament, held at the RPS International School, showcased impressive displays of chess strategy and tactics.
Despite heavy rains and flooded streets, the 61st National Chess Championship is set to begin in the northern Indian city, attracting over 340 players including former champions and Grandmasters. The tournament features a substantial prize fund and offers opportunities for untitled players to earn GM or IM norms.