The Indian campaign in the open section of the Candidates chess competition suffered major blows in…
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Gukesh knows how to handle pressure when it mounts, says coach Vishnu Prasanna
It’s a question D Gukesh has faced a few times in the last year or so.…
Gukesh stays joint leader as Indian men settle for draws
For only the second time in 10 rounds, games involving Indians in the open section of…
Vidit bounces back with second win against World No. 3
The Indians continued to create ripples in the Candidates chess competition. Veering between sensational wins and…
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…
Gukesh is no ordinary candidate
He doesn’t make headlines for his flamboyant moves. Nor does his game contain any X factor.…
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.…