This was around 15-16 years ago, at the annual open chess meet in Kolkata, when the…
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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…
I like when young players play antiquated line: Nigel Short on Praggnanandhaa’s wonder move
Early into his game against Vidit Gujrathi, R Praggnanandhaa moved his pawn to f5 square. The…
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…