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Adani Group To Back Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa

Considered one of India's brightest chess talents, 18-year-old Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa's career will receive a major boost with backing from the Adani Group, which is committed to supporting sportspersons as they go full throttle in their quest to bring glory to India. Speaking after meeting the young chess ace, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said, "We are extremely proud to support the dynamic Praggnanandhaa. The speed and efficiency with which he has progressed in the sport is nothing short of remarkable, and truly an example to all Indians. There is nothing more noble than representing the nation and winning laurels at the highest levels, and the Adani Group is wholeheartedly devoted to supporting athletes in this journey."

Magnus Carlsen Not "Invincible": R Praggnanandhaa's Sensational Claim

India's latest chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa may have fallen short of his World Cup title dreams, going down to Magnus Carlsen in the final, but the 18-year-old prodigy on Sunday asserted that the five-time world champion Norwegian was "far from invincible". Praggnanandhaa had a dream World Cup run in Baku last month when he became the youngest ever finalist and in the process qualified for the Candidates tournament in 2024 where the winner will face China's Ding Liren in the World Championship.

Magnus Carlsen Not "Invincible": R Praggnanandhaa's Sensational Claim

India's latest chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa may have fallen short of his World Cup title dreams, going down to Magnus Carlsen in the final, but the 18-year-old prodigy on Sunday asserted that the five-time world champion Norwegian was "far from invincible". Praggnanandhaa had a dream World Cup run in Baku last month when he became the youngest ever finalist and in the process qualified for the Candidates tournament in 2024 where the winner will face China's Ding Liren in the World Championship.

D Gukesh Replaces Viswanathan Anand As India's Top Chess Player After 37 Years

Teenaged Grandmaster D Gukesh has replaced the legendary Viswanathan Anand as India's top chess player after more than three decades. Anand has been India's No.1 since July 1986. The 17-year old Chennai GM, who recently lost in the quarterfinals of the FIDE World Cup in Baku to Magnus Carlsen, moved ahead of Anand to be ranked No.8 in the world. Gukesh broke into the top 10 of the FIDE rating list for the first time. Anand, a five-time world champion is currently ranked No.9.

D Gukesh Replaces Viswanathan Anand As India's Top Chess Player After 37 Years

Teenaged Grandmaster D Gukesh has replaced the legendary Viswanathan Anand as India's top chess player after more than three decades. Anand has been India's No.1 since July 1986. The 17-year old Chennai GM, who recently lost in the quarterfinals of the FIDE World Cup in Baku to Magnus Carlsen, moved ahead of Anand to be ranked No.8 in the world. Gukesh broke into the top 10 of the FIDE rating list for the first time. Anand, a five-time world champion is currently ranked No.9.

PM Narendra Modi Meets R Praggnanandhaa, Has A Special Message For Chess World Cup Hero

Chess grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has been dominating headlines since winning the silver medal at the Chess World Cup. Although he was defeated by the reigning World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the final of the competition, his impressive journey in the competition earned him a lot of praise. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the young chess grandmaster multiple times on social media during his time in the tournament and he met both Praggnanandhaa and his parents on Thursday. "It was a great honour to meet Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi at his residence! Thank you sir for all the words of encouragement to me and my parents," Praggnanandhaa posted on X (formerly called Twitter).

PM Narendra Modi Meets R Praggnanandhaa, Has A Special Message For Chess World Cup Hero

Chess grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has been dominating headlines since winning the silver medal at the Chess World Cup. Although he was defeated by the reigning World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the final of the competition, his impressive journey in the competition earned him a lot of praise. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the young chess grandmaster multiple times on social media during his time in the tournament and he met both Praggnanandhaa and his parents on Thursday. "It was a great honour to meet Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi at his residence! Thank you sir for all the words of encouragement to me and my parents," Praggnanandhaa posted on X (formerly called Twitter).

Watch: R Praggnanandhaa Gets Hero's Welcome Upon Return Home, Waves Tricolour

A chess great in the making, R Praggnanandhaa made every Indian proud as he bagged the silver medal in the 2023 FIDE World Cup, and entered the FIDE Candidates tournament. Despite losing the final to World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, Praggnanandhaa received praise from all across the country for his performance in the World Cup. As he returned from Baku, Praggnanahdaa was accorded a rousing reception upon his arrival at the airport in Chennai Wednesday.

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Adani Group To Back Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa

Magnus Carlsen Not "Invincible": R Praggnanandhaa's Sensational Claim

Magnus Carlsen Not "Invincible": R Praggnanandhaa's Sensational Claim

D Gukesh Replaces Viswanathan Anand As India's Top Chess Player After 37 Years

D Gukesh Replaces Viswanathan Anand As India's Top Chess Player After 37 Years

PM Narendra Modi Meets R Praggnanandhaa, Has A Special Message For Chess World Cup Hero

PM Narendra Modi Meets R Praggnanandhaa, Has A Special Message For Chess World Cup Hero

Watch: R Praggnanandhaa Gets Hero's Welcome Upon Return Home, Waves Tricolour