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Chess World Championship: D Gukesh, Ding Liren Eye Breakthrough After Series Of Draws

Half a dozen draws and some missed opportunities later, sprightly challenger D Gukesh and resolute defending champion Ding Liren would be desperate for a breakthrough when they clash in the 10th game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore on Saturday. Gukesh has explored several winning lines but the advantage has not translated into victories for the Indian, and with just five more classical games left to be played in the USD 2.5 million prize money championship, the 18-year-old would look to break the deadlock and hope to take a decisive lead after a day's rest on Friday.

Chess World Championship: D Gukesh, Ding Liren Eye Breakthrough After Series Of Draws

Half a dozen draws and some missed opportunities later, sprightly challenger D Gukesh and resolute defending champion Ding Liren would be desperate for a breakthrough when they clash in the 10th game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore on Saturday. Gukesh has explored several winning lines but the advantage has not translated into victories for the Indian, and with just five more classical games left to be played in the USD 2.5 million prize money championship, the 18-year-old would look to break the deadlock and hope to take a decisive lead after a day's rest on Friday.

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi Becomes 2nd Indian To Breach 2800 ELO Rating Barrier

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi on Sunday became the second Indian after legendary Viswanathan Anand and 16th worldwide to reach the gold-standard ELO rating of 2800, while also occupying the fourth spot in the latest rankings. The 21-year-old has been in sensational form this year, having won an individual gold as well as team title in India's recent historic performance in the Chess Olympiad. "Arjun Erigaisi has become the 16th player in history to break the 2800 Elo barrier in classical chess ratings!" the world governing body of the sport FIDE said on 'X'.

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi Becomes 2nd Indian To Breach 2800 ELO Rating Barrier

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi on Sunday became the second Indian after legendary Viswanathan Anand and 16th worldwide to reach the gold-standard ELO rating of 2800, while also occupying the fourth spot in the latest rankings. The 21-year-old has been in sensational form this year, having won an individual gold as well as team title in India's recent historic performance in the Chess Olympiad. "Arjun Erigaisi has become the 16th player in history to break the 2800 Elo barrier in classical chess ratings!" the world governing body of the sport FIDE said on 'X'.

Watch: Indian Female Chess Star Touches Magnus Carlsen's Feet. His Reaction Is Viral

Rich in tradition, sporting events in India continue to produce stories that transcend all boundaries. As world no. 1 Magnus Carlsen was about to hand the winner's trophy to India's Bristy Mukherjee in Kolkata, a stunning incident unfolded. Mukherjee, who won the All India Women Rapid event (Event B) at the Tata Steel Chess India Festival 2024 with a 7/7 score, touched the Norwegian chess legend's feet before receiving the coveted trophy. Carlsen couldn't believe eyes as the gesture from the Indian put a big smile on his face.

Watch: Magnus Carlsen's Unmissable Reaction As Indian Chess Star Touches His Feet

Rich in tradition, sporting events in India continue to produce stories that transcend all boundaries. As world no. 1 Magnus Carlsen was about to hand the winner's trophy to India's Bristy Mukherjee in Kolkata, a stunning incident unfolded. Mukherjee, who won the All India Women Rapid event (Event B) at the Tata Steel Chess India Festival 2024 with a 7/7 score, touched the Norwegian chess legend's feet before receiving the coveted trophy. Carlsen couldn't believe eyes as the gesture from the Indian put a big smile on his face.

India Blitz 2024: Magnus Carlsen, Kateryna Lagno Lead; R Praggnanandhaa Takes Second Spot

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen and three-time World Women's Blitz champion Kateryna Lagno occupied the top spot while India's R Praggnanandhaa took second place at the halfway mark of the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz 2024 in Kolkata on Saturday. Carlsen concluded the first nine rounds with an impressive 6.5 points out of a possible 9. The Norwegian maestro had a dominant start, but his momentum was halted in round eight by Arjun Erigaisi, who defeated him in spectacular fashion in just 20 moves.

India Blitz 2024: Magnus Carlsen, Kateryna Lagno Lead; R Praggnanandhaa Takes Second Spot

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen and three-time World Women's Blitz champion Kateryna Lagno occupied the top spot while India's R Praggnanandhaa took second place at the halfway mark of the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz 2024 in Kolkata on Saturday. Carlsen concluded the first nine rounds with an impressive 6.5 points out of a possible 9. The Norwegian maestro had a dominant start, but his momentum was halted in round eight by Arjun Erigaisi, who defeated him in spectacular fashion in just 20 moves.

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Chess World Championship: D Gukesh, Ding Liren Eye Breakthrough After Series Of Draws

Chess World Championship: D Gukesh, Ding Liren Eye Breakthrough After Series Of Draws

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi Becomes 2nd Indian To Breach 2800 ELO Rating Barrier

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi Becomes 2nd Indian To Breach 2800 ELO Rating Barrier

Watch: Indian Female Chess Star Touches Magnus Carlsen's Feet. His Reaction Is Viral

Watch: Magnus Carlsen's Unmissable Reaction As Indian Chess Star Touches His Feet

India Blitz 2024: Magnus Carlsen, Kateryna Lagno Lead; R Praggnanandhaa Takes Second Spot

India Blitz 2024: Magnus Carlsen, Kateryna Lagno Lead; R Praggnanandhaa Takes Second Spot