The Latest Breaking News from R Praggnanandhaa

Focus on Praggnanandhaa as India begin campaign in chess at Asian Games

NEW DELHI: The spotlight will be on the young Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa in the chess competition at the Hangzhou Asian Games, especially after his recent impressive performances in the World Cup. India is eager to secure several medals to boost their overall tally.

The Times of India · Sep 23, 2023

I think Anand is among the five great chess players of all time, says Alexander Grischuk

Alexander Grischuk, 17, shocked the chess world by reaching the semis of the World Championship. 23 yrs later, he won the Tata Steel Chess India tournament. He attributes his success to his hatred of losing & his admiration for Anand. He fondly remembers his visit to the Taj Mahal.

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Anand is among top five of all-time greats in world chess: Grischuk

Alexander Grischuk

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Tata Steel Chess | Vachier-Largrave wins rapid title in style, with a round to spare

MVL wins Tata Steel Chess India rapid section in Kolkata with 1.5 points more than second-placed Teimour Radjabov. R. Praggnanandhaa best Indian performer, coming third. MVL didn't lose a single game, winning five. Arjun Erigaisi ninth in 10-player field.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Tata Steel Chess India | Vachier-Lagrave is sole leader going into last day of rapid event

Vachier-Lagrave leads Tata Steel Chess India Open Rapid event, 4.5 pts; Radjabov, 3 Indians (Praggnanandhaa, Gujrathi, Gukesh) & Grischuk on 4 pts; Harikrishna & Erigaisi at bottom. Vachier-Lagrave won vs Keymer, Gukesh & Abdusattorov; Radjabov bt Grischuk & Harikrishna; Praggnanandhaa lost to Harikrishna; Gujrathi bt Radjabov; Gukesh drew with Vachier-Lagrave…

The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023

D Gukesh among leaders; Hari, Vidit struggle in Tata Steel Chess

KOLKATA: The focus was on the rising superstars of Indian chess, but Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi failed to shine on the opening day of the Tata Steel Chess India rapid tournament at the Bhasha Bhawan in the National Library of India campus on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Sep 5, 2023

Tata Steel Chess India: Gukesh among early leaders

Teenagers Praggnanandhaa and Keymer face off in 3rd round of Tata Steel Chess India; Keymer prevails, joins Vachier-Lagrave, Radjabov & Gukesh in lead. Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh, Grischuk & Abdusattorov follow with 1.5 pts. Arjun Erigaisi wins 1st game after losing first two.

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

I have the potential to become world champion: Praggnanandhaa

KOLKATA: For a long time Viswanathan Anand was the lone Indian presence in the chess World Championship cycle. With R Praggnanandhaa making the cut for the Candidates by finishing runner-up in the World Cup, it will be an Indian Generation Next player at the highest level of world chess now.…

The Times of India · Sep 5, 2023

Tata Steel Chess: It all started in the City of Joy for Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa has achieved fame since reaching the Chess World Cup final, winning the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship, and meeting PM Modi. He is now in Kolkata for the Indian team's coaching camp for the Asian Games and will begin his campaign at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament.…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

I played impulsively in some positions against Carlsen, says Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa's chess prowess earned him a spot in the 2024 Candidates Tournament and a hero's welcome in Chennai. He met PM Modi and joined a preparatory camp in Kolkata. Praggnanandhaa reflected on his recent exploits, saying he didn't expect the recognition he received. He also discussed his match with…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023