Friday, Jul 17, 2026

"classical-chess"

Alireza Firouzja beats Pranesh as Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026 begins with lone decisive result

French GM Alireza Firouzja secured the only victory on the opening day of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026, defeating M. Pranesh in 79 moves. World champion D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi drew their opening-round games in Chennai.

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