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With Indian chess at its acme, the stars are set to pose a strong challenge at the Candidates

India's chess followers set to witness historic Candidates tournament in Toronto. Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi, and R. Vaishali have already qualified, while D. Gukesh and Koneru Humpy are in contention. AICF has allocated ₹2 crore to aid in preparation, showing support for the players.

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Praggnanandhaa's sister Vaishali becomes India's third woman Grandmaster

CHENNAI: It’s been a magnificent year for Indian chess and now, there’s an icing on the cake. Chennai girl R Vaishali, who had earlier sealed a spot for the women’s Candidates tournament and made history by becoming the first brother-sister duo with R Praggnanandhaa to do so, is now the…

The Times of India

R. Vaishali becomes India’s third female chess Grandmaster

R. Vaishali became India's third female Grandmaster, joining Koneru Humpy and Dronavalli Harika. At 22, she achieved the 2500 Elo points needed to get the title at the Llobregat Open tournament in Spain.

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Vaishali follows brother Prag to seal Candidates berth

Chennai siblings first brother-sister duo to take part in marquee event

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The Isle of Joy for Indian chess: Vidit Gujrathi, Vaishali’s remarkable triumphs at FIDE Grand Swiss

India's Vidit Gujrathi and R. Vaishali make history at Grand Swiss, winning both titles and qualifying for the Candidates tournament. Gujrathi was seeded 15th, Vaishali 12th, yet they both emerged victorious, earning their places in the World Chess Championship match.

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Divya and Vantika shine on day one, take early lead in Tata Steel Chess

Divya Deshmukh and Vantika Agrawal lead the Tata Steel Chess India tournament after Day 1, having scored 2.5 points each. Divya shocked 3rd seed Dronavalli Harika and drew with reigning World champion Ju Wenjun, while Vantika beat 2nd seed Koneru Humpy and defending champion Anna Ushenina. Divya hopes to build…

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Tata Steel tournament — a solid platform that takes Indian chess forward

European women in sarees, equal prize money, top stars, passionate fans: Tata Steel Chess India has it all. Tata Steel Chess India has it all: European women in sarees, equal prize money, top stars, passionate fans. It's India's only elite chess event, with the world's top talents, and has seen…

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Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, Arjun and Nihal | Golden generation of Indian chess

India’s Fabulous Four have taken the country’s chess to new heights. Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, Arjun and Nihal are the future of Indian chess. The Fabulous Four have taken the country's chess to new heights. All under 20, they have achieved remarkable feats, such as D. Gukesh breaking into the world's top…

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Humpy, Harika to spearhead India's challenge in Asian Games

NEW DELHI: India will send a formidable 10-member chess contingent to the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou in a bid to showcase their chess prowess on the international stage. Led by double Asian Games gold medallist Koneru Humpy and bronze medallist Dronavalli Harika, the Indian team is determined to make…

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: India women miss gold on final day, finish third

Defeat to USA in 11th round proves costly for Tania Co.

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Bronze for India 1 after disappointing loss to USA

Ukraine’s 3-1 victory over Poland gives it gold; India 2 finishes eighth and India 3 17th

The Hindu

Gold for Gukesh and Nihal; silver for Arjun

India 1 claims Gaprindashvili Cup for the first time

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India 'A' crush Kazakhstan in women's event, India 'B' men's team draws with Uzbekistan

MAMALLAPURAM: The top-seeded India 'A' team outclassed Kazakhstan 3.5-0.5 for a crucial win in the 10th and penultimate round of the women's section in the 44th Chess Olympiad here on Monday.

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: Indian women, despite loss to Poland, close in on first-ever medal

MAMMALLAPURAM: Indian women have worked their way to the cusp of history. They are closing in on an Olympiad medal - the first ever for the women - and that too a gold.

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Poland women stun India 1; Pragg saves India 2

Uzbekistan crushes Armenia for lead in Open category; India 1, three others ahead in women’s section

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Tania and Vaishali give India 1 a dramatic win

Gukesh’s superb run continues; Armenia and USA produce a sensational draw

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: Arjun Erigaisi, SL Narayanan shine in India 1 win

MAMALLAPURAM: All eyes were on the India vs India match on Friday as the 44th Chess Olympiad returned after a day’s break. And the higher-ranked India 1 justified their billing beating India 3 in the seventh round.

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: Koneru Humpy, R Vaishali star in India 'A' win over Georgian women

MAMALLAPURAM: India's top player Koneru Humpy and R Vaishali led the women's 'A' team to a 3-1 win over a strong Georgian side in the sixth round of the 44th Chess Olympiad here on Wednesday.

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Chess Olympiad: Indian teams continue winning spree

While second-seeded India 'A' rode on wins from GMs P Harikrishna and Arjun Erigaisi for a 3-1 victory against Greece, India 'B' swept past Switzerland 4-0 and the third team got the better of Iceland 3-1.

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: Yannick Pelletier loses to Praggnanandhaa on time

MAMALLAPURAM: The Indian teams once again showed their mettle as all six teams registered wins in Round 3 of the 44th Olympiad on Sunday.

The Times of India

All eyes on India ahead of the 44th Chess Olympiad

MAMALLAPURAM: Chess Olympiad fever peaks here with Indian teams appearing primed for glory in the 44th edition of the prestigious event that starts from Thursday.

The Hindu

20-member Indian team for Chess Olympiad

Anand steps aside to let youngsters have a chance

The Times of India

Chess Olympiad: Viswanathan Anand to mentor squad as India name two teams in open and women's section

CHENNAI: Two teams each will represent India in the Open and women's section at the 44th Chess Olympiad with five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand being named as the hosts' mentor for the prestigious tournament scheduled to be played from July 28 to August 10.

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India’s newly crowned queen over 64 squares eyes bigger conquests

Divya Deshmukh — National senior women’s chess champion at just 16 and multiple-time world champion in age-group events — wants to claim the sport’s top prizes over the course of her career. With the right financial support, she could have a shot at taking her game to the next level

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