The PBG Alaskan Knights continued their dominant run in the Global Chess League, securing their fourth consecutive win with a crushing 12-3 victory over the Ganges Grandmasters. Led by Anish Giri, the team showcased impressive performances across all boards, leaving their opponents struggling to keep up. Meanwhile, the defending champions, Triveni Continental Kings, also secured a comfortable win against the American Gambits, while the Alpine SG Pipers outmatched the Upgrad Mumba Masters.
India’s chess prodigy D Gukesh, who recently made history by becoming the youngest ever challenger for the world title, surprised fans with a viral video of himself dancing to Rajinikanth’s hit song ‘Manasilayo’. The video showcasing Gukesh’s unexpected dance moves has gone viral on social media, highlighting his fun-loving personality beyond his chess prowess.
Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh has reached a career-high ranking of World No. 4 in the latest FIDE live rankings. This follows his compatriot, Arjun Erigaisi, suffering a loss in the German Bundesliga, causing a shift in the top Indian rankings. Gukesh’s rise coincides with his impressive performance at the Chess Olympiad, where he is set to face Ding Liren in the upcoming World Chess Championship.
India’s chess teams secured both the open and women’s gold medals at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, after narrowly missing out in 2022. Legendary Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, while celebrating the victory, cautioned about the difficulty of defending the titles in future Olympiads, highlighting the evolving landscape of the game.
India’s Chess Olympiad champions were honored by the Union Sports Minister and the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports. The champions, who recently won gold in Budapest, were commended for their achievements and encouraged to inspire the next generation of athletes.
Indian chess grandmaster D Gukesh, the youngest-ever challenger for the World Chess Championship, has a daunting task ahead as he prepares to face defending champion Ding Liren. Gukesh, who recently turned 18, aims to play confidently and focus on good moves rather than overthinking during the tournament.
Indian chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi, whose initial passion lay in cricket, recounts his accidental initiation into chess and the journey that led him to a historic gold medal at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest. The article highlights Gujrathi’s rise from a mischievous child to a champion chess player, emphasizing the team spirit and the impact of this monumental victory on the Indian chess community.
The All India Chess Federation (AICF) announced a whopping Rs 3.2 crore in rewards for the Indian teams that won the historic 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest. Each player from the winning teams will receive Rs 25 lakh, while the captains and coaches will also be generously rewarded. This victory, marked by both the men’s and women’s teams clinching their first-ever gold medals, is seen as a significant milestone in Indian chess, promising a new wave of enthusiasm and talent in the sport.
Aravindh Chithambaram will step in for Vidit Gujrathi at the 10th Vugar Gashimov Memorial Chess Super Tournament in Azerbaijan, replacing the defending champion and recent Chess Olympiad gold medalist. The tournament, a tribute to Azerbaijani chess legend Vugar Gashimov, will feature rapid and blitz formats across 10 players.
India achieved a historic double gold at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, with both the men’s and women’s teams claiming victory. The men’s team, led by D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi, secured their first-ever gold while the women’s team, propelled by Divya Deshmukh and Vantika Agrawal, wrote their own chapter in history. The triumph signifies a shift in chess power, with India and other Asian nations emerging as strong contenders.
