Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, hailed GM Arjun Erigaisi for crossing the 2800 mark in live chess ratings and called it a “phenomenal feat.”
He said that in addition to its being a great personal milestone, it will also inspire many more youngsters to play chess and shine on the global stage.
Erigaisi became only the second Indian player to cross the 2800 mark, after five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand.
The 2800 club is a lofty one. Only 14 players in history have crossed 2800 Elo in published ratings.
"Congratulations to Arjun Erigaisi for crossing the 2800 mark in live chess ratings! This is a phenomenal feat. His exceptional talent and perseverance make our entire nation proud," Modi said in a post on X.
"In addition to being a great personal milestone, it will inspire many more youngsters to play chess and shine on the global stage. Wishing him the very best for his future endeavours," the post read.
https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1850399367380992491
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