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June 15, 2025, 06:30 PM - 1 min read
Over 400 players from 17 countries are expected to compete in the Rs 40 lakh Aurionpro International Grandmaster Chess tournament and junior international event, to be held simultaneously from June 16 to 24.
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June 4, 2025, 01:13 PM - 4 min read
Hikaru Nakamura halted D Gukesh’s classical winning run with a dominant performance in Round 8 of Norway Chess, while Arjun Erigaisi edged past Fabiano Caruana. Nakamura also praised India’s rising chess dominance, calling it the "next Soviet Union" of the sport and hinting at his possible exit from classical chess.
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January 23, 2025, 01:20 PM - 2 min read
D Gukesh has surpassed Arjun Erigaisi to become India’s highest-ranked chess player, securing fourth place in the latest FIDE rankings. His recent victory at the Tata Steel Tournament has positioned him as a formidable contender on the global stage.
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December 28, 2024, 04:47 PM - 3 min read
The day was marred by the fine and disqualification of five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen for his refusal to comply with FIDE's dress code after turning up in jeans. With Carlsen's withdrawal, Arjun's chances have increased dramatically.
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December 26, 2024, 06:14 PM - 3 min read
From India, much can be expected from R Praggnanandhaa as well. He is well rested and must be looking for this event to end the year on a high note.
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December 3, 2024, 06:28 PM - 3 min read
At just 21 years old and ranked world No. 4, Arjun is expected to bring youthful ambition and exceptional talent to one of the premier tournaments in the chess calendar.
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December 1, 2024, 03:58 PM - 2 min read
He is the only Indian after Viswanathan Anand and 16th worldwide to reach the rating point, while also occupying the fourth spot in the latest rankings.
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November 21, 2024, 07:48 AM - 5 min read
He feels that if Ding plays to his potential it could turn out to be a cracker of a contest.
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November 7, 2024, 07:57 AM - 2 min read
The two GMs pushed each other through every phase of the game before ultimately settling for a hard-fought draw.
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November 5, 2024, 01:13 PM - 2 min read
The second edition of the seven round competition will also feature a Challengers event featuring female players for the first time.
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October 27, 2024, 12:44 PM - 1 min read
Erigaisi became only the second Indian player to cross the 2800 mark, after five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand.
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October 18, 2024, 05:44 PM - 3 min read
The 16-player tournament saw Arjun scoring a 2-0 victory over Sivananda Bodhana of England who is known to be the youngest ever to play in the Chess Olympiad for her country.
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