Fighting chess marks Indian campaign at Candidates: Sasikiran

“All three are in with a chance. That’s a good start,” GM Krishnan Sasikiran said of…

Gukesh joint-second after dramatic loss under time pressure at Candidates chess

Viswanathan Anand on official live commentary described it as a ‘tragedy’. It was a blunder from…

Great day for Indian men at Candidates chess

“What’s Vidit Gujrathi’s favourite holiday destination? Waiting room,” someone quipped in the comments section, during live…

Gukesh shares Candidates lead after dramatic win

On a day of late drama, three Indians in the open section of the Candidates chess…

Pragg’s opening surprise well-rehearsed: Coach Ramesh

About 45 minutes into Round 4 of the Candidates chess tournament, the commentators in the live…

Gukesh is no ordinary candidate

He doesn’t make headlines for his flamboyant moves. Nor does his game contain any X factor.…

Pragg miracle on day of siblings

Among other things, chess is also about compensating for resources lost. One has to make up…

Seasoned ‘seconds’ make their presence felt at Candidates

To have a strong team, it’s important to have a strong bench. Giving this idea a…

Vidit scripts milestone moment for Indian chess at Candidates

It was 3.45 am IST, Saturday. Not many saw live a massive moment in Indian chess.…

Aggro with black sets apart Pragg & Vidit at Candidates

Indian players made an unspectacular yet steady start at the Candidates chess competition in Toronto. Three…