Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh expressed satisfaction with his individual performance at the Chess Olympiad, where he played a crucial role in India’s historic gold medal win. Now, the 18-year-old world championship challenger is focused on his upcoming clash against defending champion Ding Liren in November.
India’s chess teams, both men’s and women’s, have made history by winning their maiden gold medals at the Chess Olympiad 2024 in Hungary. The triumphant teams, led by young stars like D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa, were welcomed back to India with much fanfare and celebrations.
Ramesh Babu, the proud father of chess prodigies R Praggnanandhaa and R Vaishali, expressed his elation as both his children clinched gold medals at the prestigious Chess Olympiad. He highlights the growing popularity of chess in India and the aspirations of his children to reach the pinnacle of the game.
Hungarian Grandmaster Richard Rapport, who managed a draw against India’s rising star D Gukesh in the Chess Olympiad, is in awe of the teenager’s rapid rise but cautions against calling him the outright favorite for the world championship. Rapport believes the experience of Ding Liren, Gukesh’s opponent in the upcoming championship, will be a crucial factor.
India’s men’s chess team achieved a historic feat, winning the Chess Olympiad for the first time, fueled by the exceptional performances of young stars like D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi. This victory, coupled with the women’s team gold, cemented India’s position as a global chess powerhouse.
India achieved a historic feat by winning gold medals in both the open and women’s sections at the Chess Olympiad 2024. D. Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and Divya Deshmukh emerged as individual gold medalists, showcasing exceptional performances and contributing to India’s dominance in the tournament.
India achieved a historic feat at the Chess Olympiad in Hungary, winning gold medals in both the open and women’s divisions. The Indian teams secured victories against Slovenia and Azerbaijan in the final round, solidifying their dominance and marking a momentous occasion for Indian chess.
India achieved an unprecedented feat at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Hungary, winning gold medals in both the open and women’s sections. The team’s dominant performance in the open section saw them win 10 out of 11 ties, showcasing their exceptional skills and strategy.
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has decided to consult with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on partially lifting the ban on Russian and Belarusian players imposed after the Ukraine invasion. The decision, made at FIDE’s General Assembly, was met with mixed reactions, with Ukraine and the US urging against any relaxation of the ban.
India secured a groundbreaking gold medal in the women’s section of the 2024 Chess Olympiad, defeating Azerbaijan in the final round. This marks India’s first-ever gold in this category. The victory was secured by individual wins from Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and D Harika, with R Vaishali drawing her match. The USA’s draw with Kazakhstan also contributed to India’s success.
