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Chess: Test Of Time For D Gukesh To Excel In Faster Version, Vidit Gujrathi Joins In As Wild card in Zagreb

World Championship challenger D Gukesh will look to improve his billing in the faster version as Vidit Gujrathi joins him for the Superunited rapid and blitz chess tournament, a part of the Grand Chess Tour. Set to meet Chinese Ding Liren in Singapore from November 20th to decide the next world champion, Gukesh has repeatedly proved his superior ability in the Classical format. But when it comes to faster version, the Indian is yet to find his place amongst the world elite.

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood says she is 'shaking' after 'unnerving' chat with Naga Munchetty

On BBC Breakfast, Carol Kirkwood was candid with Naga Munchetty on-air as she admitted she was "shaking".

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Lowest-Ranked Opponent

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw by lowest ranked Deac Bogdan-Daniel of Romania in the sixth round of the Superbet Classic tournament, a part of the grand chess tour. Iranian-French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja shined with his moves against Wesley So of the United States. With the World Championship on his mind, India's D Gukesh seemed to keep in reserve his real weapons and signed for peace with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France. Praggnanandhaa tried his hand against the ever-solid Nimzo Indian defense. But it was an off day for the Indian who was confidently breached by the Romanian.

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Lowest-Ranked Opponent

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw by lowest ranked Deac Bogdan-Daniel of Romania in the sixth round of the Superbet Classic tournament, a part of the grand chess tour. Iranian-French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja shined with his moves against Wesley So of the United States. With the World Championship on his mind, India's D Gukesh seemed to keep in reserve his real weapons and signed for peace with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France. Praggnanandhaa tried his hand against the ever-solid Nimzo Indian defense. But it was an off day for the Indian who was confidently breached by the Romanian.

Viswanathan Anand's Rajinikanth Style Welcome As R Ashwin Buys Chess Team

A legend in the world of chess, Viswanathan Anand, welcomed India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin to his sport in style as the cricketer became a co-owner of a chess franchise. Ashwin bought stakes of the American Gambits, a new team that will feature in the second edition of the Global Chess League, a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation. Ashwin, who is an icon in the sport of cricket, received a stylish welcome by Vishy Anand, who shared a glorious social media post as Ashwin entered the world of chess.

Chess: Test Of Time For D Gukesh To Excel In Faster Version, Vidit Gujrathi Joins In As Wild card in Zagreb

World Championship challenger D Gukesh will look to improve his billing in the faster version as Vidit Gujrathi joins him for the Superunited rapid and blitz chess tournament, a part of the Grand Chess Tour. Set to meet Chinese Ding Liren in Singapore from November 20th to decide the next world champion, Gukesh has repeatedly proved his superior ability in the Classical format. But when it comes to faster version, the Indian is yet to find his place amongst the world elite.

Viswanathan Anand's Rajinikanth Style Welcome As R Ashwin Buys Chess Team

A legend in the world of chess, Viswanathan Anand, welcomed India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin to his sport in style as the cricketer became a co-owner of a chess franchise. Ashwin bought stakes of the American Gambits, a new team that will feature in the second edition of the Global Chess League, a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation. Ashwin, who is an icon in the sport of cricket, received a stylish welcome by Vishy Anand, who shared a glorious social media post as Ashwin entered the world of chess.

Praggnanandhaa And Gukesh Lose In Tie-Breaker; Fabiano Caruana Wins Title

World number two Fabiano Caruana defended his Superbet Classic title by winning all three rapid games in a thrilling four-way tiebreaker, featuring Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa, after a rather dull tournament. Caruana lost to Anish Giri of Holland in the Classical format to split the competition wide open as Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa and France's Alireza Firouzja all finished the classical section tied for first.

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Chess: Test Of Time For D Gukesh To Excel In Faster Version, Vidit Gujrathi Joins In As Wild card in Zagreb

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood says she is 'shaking' after 'unnerving' chat with Naga Munchetty

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Lowest-Ranked Opponent

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Lowest-Ranked Opponent

Viswanathan Anand's Rajinikanth Style Welcome As R Ashwin Buys Chess Team

Chess: Test Of Time For D Gukesh To Excel In Faster Version, Vidit Gujrathi Joins In As Wild card in Zagreb

Viswanathan Anand's Rajinikanth Style Welcome As R Ashwin Buys Chess Team

Praggnanandhaa And Gukesh Lose In Tie-Breaker; Fabiano Caruana Wins Title