R. Praggnanandhaa, India’s chess prodigy, discusses his remarkable journey in 2023 and 2024, including his historic World Cup final appearance, the golden moment at the Chess Olympiad, and the growing popularity of the sport in India. He also shares insights on the mental challenges faced by chess players, the importance of standardized time control, and his goals for the future.
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.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa missed a chance to win against Wesley So in the Sinquefield Cup, while Alireza Firouzja took the sole lead after defeating Anish Giri. The fifth round of the tournament saw several draws, with Firouzja now leading with 3.5 points.
Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa had a disappointing start to the Saint Louis Rapid and Blitz tournament, failing to capitalize on winning positions in two games. Despite demonstrating superiority in some games, he ended the first day at the bottom of the standings. With six rounds of rapid and 18 rounds of blitz remaining, Praggnanandhaa has a challenging road ahead for a comeback.
Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa is set to compete in the prestigious St. Louis Rapid and Blitz tournament, aiming for a strong finish in the Grand Chess Tour. He currently sits third in the overall standings and will be looking to improve his position before the Sinquefield Cup. The tournament features a star-studded lineup including Fabiano Caruana, Alireza Firoujza, and Ian Nepomniachtchi.
India’s top chess players, including D. Gukesh and R. Praggnanandhaa, will compete in the upcoming Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary. Gukesh, who will challenge Ding Liren in the World Championship, views this event as a preparation. The men’s and women’s teams have been announced, with notable omissions and a pre-event camp planned.
Fabiano Caruana emerged victorious in a dramatic tiebreaker at the Superbet Classic, defeating fellow contenders Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Alireza Firouzja to claim the title and a $68,500 prize. The tournament saw Caruana lose in the classical format, opening the door for a thrilling four-way tiebreaker after a relatively uneventful classical section.
Indian chess grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh drew their respective games in the eighth round of the Superbet Classic, keeping the tournament wide open going into the final round. Caruana maintains a slim lead, while Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh, and Firouzja are hot on his heels.
Indian chess stars R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh face crucial encounters in the sixth round of the Superbet Classic, with Praggnanandhaa looking to bounce back from missed opportunities and Gukesh aiming to maintain his resilience. The tournament, part of the Grand Chess Tour, sees the Indians within striking distance of the leader, Fabiano Caruana.
Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa missed out on another winning opportunity, settling for a draw against American Wesley So in the fifth round of the Superbet Classic. Despite promising positions, none of the five matches produced a decisive result, leaving Fabiano Caruana in the lead with 3.5 points.
