Emerging chess star Sahithi Varshini is chasing her third and final GM norm, with father and coach Lokesh providing unwavering support. From sacrificing his job and moving to Budapest to starting a chess academy, his journey mirrors her growing ambitions
Telangana Grandmaster Raja Rithvik won the silver medal at the Menuires International Chess Championship in France after finishing unbeaten with seven points from nine rounds. He lost the title to compatriot Rohith Krishna on the tie-break despite defeating higher-rated Maxime Lagarde in the final round.
The fourth edition of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026 begins on Thursday, featuring an opening marquee clash between D. Gukesh and Nihal Sarin. Eight elite Grandmasters will compete over seven days for a prize purse of Rs 75 lakh
Praggnanandhaa finished Day 1 of the Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia in joint second place with four points after a win and two draws, while world champion Gukesh was tied for sixth with three points. Alireza Firouzja led the standings with five points.
Nineteen-year-old Hyderabad IM P. Ajay Santhosh finished third at the 360 One Masters in Mumbai. Having crossed the 2500 FIDE rating milestone, he now targets a grueling four-tournament international circuit to secure his final two Grandmaster norms
Following his historic title win at the Norway Chess tournament, Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa expressed deep gratitude to the Adani Group, emphasizing that corporate backing and logistical support are vital for athletes to succeed at the highest global levels
