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Prague Masters 2024 R4: Five draws

02/03/2024 -

All five games ended in draws at the fourth round of Prague International Chess Festival 2024 Masters. They were all well-contested draws. The most important result was for Praggnanandhaa as he lost the last two rounds. So any result apart from a loss, was a good result for him against the Czech Republic no.2 - Thai Dai Van Nguyen. Nodirbek Abdusattorov (UZB) and Parham Maghsoodloo (IRI) are still the coleaders 3/4, followed by D Gukesh and Richard Rapport (ROU) at 2.5/4 each. GM Vaishali R scored her second win in-a-row in the Challengers section. Aansh Nandan Nerurkar drew to maintain his sole lead 3.5/4 in the Futures section. Round 5 for Masters, Challengers and Futures start today at 3 p.m. local time, 7:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Petr Vrabec/Prague International Chess Festival

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Srihari L dominates 17th Tamil Nadu IM-norm Closed Circuit 2024, Sai Vishwesh third

01/03/2024 -

Srihari L scored an unbeaten 8/9 to win 17th Tamil Nadu IM-norm Closed Circuit Chess Tournament 2024. He also earned his third IM-norm in the process and became India's latest International Master. The teenager performed at 2584, gained 40.2 Elo rating points and finished a staggering 2.5 points ahead of others. Winner of the last two editions - IM Anton Sitnikov (UKR) and Sai Vishwesh C scored 5.5/9 each. They secured second and third place respectively according to tie-breaks. The six-day ten-player round-robin tournament was organized by and at Chettinadu Public School and Sivagangai District Chess Association in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu from 6th to 11th February 2024. Tournament Coordinator - IA FI M Ephrame writes the tournament report. Photos: IA FI M Ephrame

5th Shenzhen Masters 2024 R1: Arjun Erigaisi starts with a win, now India no.1 and World no.11

01/03/2024 -

Arjun Erigaisi started his 5th Shenzhen Masters 2024 campaign with an emphatic victory. He correctly capitalized on his chance when his opponent, Xiangyu Xu (CHN) went to capture an incorrect pawn in the queen and minor piece endgame. Arjun is now India no.1 and World no.11 in the live ratings. Anish Giri (NED) scored a fantastic win over Vladislav Artemiev. When the opportunity arose to sacrifice his bishop to expose his opponent's kingside, Anish did it. This win moved him up a place in the live ratings to World no.4. Arjun faces Xiangzhi Bu (CHN) in the second round. Round 2 starts today at 2 p.m. local time, 11:30 a.m. IST. Photos: Organizer/Liang Ziming

Prague Masters 2024 R3: Abdusattorov wins a thriller, now World no.8, Praggnanandhaa blunders

01/03/2024 -

Nodirbek Abdusattorov (UZB) won a thrilling game against David Navara (CZE) in Round 3 of Prague International Chess Festival 2024 Masters. The game could have gone either player's way. If the Czech Republic no.1 spotted the correct continuation where he blundered, he would have won the game. This win allowed Abdusattorov to join the lead with Parham Maghsoodloo (IRI) 2.5/3 and also become World no.8 in the live ratings. R Praggnanandhaa suffered his second consecutive loss of the event. This time he was completely winning against Richard Rapport (ROU). He played a series of inaccurate moves which eventually allowed his opponent to walk away with a full point. Round 4 for Masters, Challengers and Futures start today at 3 p.m. local time, 7:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Petr Vrabec/Prague International Chess Festival

Arjun Erigasi set to face Giri, Dubov, Yangyi and co. at 5th Shenzhen Masters 2024

29/02/2024 -

The fifth edition of Shenzhen Masters 2024 starts today. Arjun Erigaisi will be the sole Indian taking part in this event. Anish Giri (NED) who won the third edition in 2019, will be the highest rated player in the field. The winner of the fourth edition in 2021, Yangyi Yu is the highest rated Chinese player in the mix. Former World Rapid champion, Daniil Dubov will also be seen in action. The remaining four players are - Vladislav Artemiev, Xiangzhi Bu (CHN), Qun Ma (CHN) and Xiangyu Xu (CHN). Arjun got number one at the draw of lots. He will face Xiangyu in the first round. Round 1 starts today at 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Shahid Ahmed

Prague Masters 2024 R2: Gukesh beats Thai Dai Van

29/02/2024 -

D Gukesh defeated Thai Dai Van Nguyen (CZE) in Round 2 of Prague International Chess Festival 2024 Masters. The Czech Republic no.2 made an exchange sacrifice, which did not work out the way he wanted. A blunder in time trouble cost R Praggnanandhaa his game against Parham Maghsoodloo (IRI). He emerged an early sole leader 2/2. Vidit Gujrathi drew against Nodirbek Abdusattorov (UZB) comfortably. Gukesh vs Vidit and Praggnanandhaa vs Richard Rapport (ROU) will take place in Round 3. Aansh Nandan Nerurkar has won his second game in-a-row, to gain an early sole lead 2/2. Round 3 for Masters, Challengers and Futures start today at 3 p.m. local time, 7:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Petr Vrabec/Prague International Chess Festival

Mitrabha Guha convincingly wins Gold at Commonwealth 2023-24, Rohith Silver and Deepan Bronze

28/02/2024 -

GM Mitrabha Guha defeated the sole leader IM S Rohith Krishna in the final round to win Commonwealth Chess Championship 2023-24. Unlike last edition, Mitrabha ensured that he plays for Gold by going for nothing but the win. That is what he achieved by scoring a hat-trick of wins to finish the event at the top. Rohith secured Silver. GM Deepan Chakkravarthy and GM Vignesh N R also scored 7/9 each like Rohith. Deepan won Bronze due to better tie-breaks. Vignesh claimed Gold in the Blitz Open event scoring 9/11. This time he ensured no tie-breaks were needed by finishing a half point ahead of the rest. GM Jingyao Tin (SGP) and GM Swapnil S Dhopade scored 8.5/11 each. They won Silver and Bronze medal respectively. WGM Nandhidhaa P V secured the Bronze medal in the Women's category of the Classical event. Photo: FM FT K Visweswaran

Prague Masters 2024 R1: Praggnanandhaa makes a scintillating start

28/02/2024 -

R Praggnanandhaa scored a fantastic victory over Vincent Keymer in the first round of Prague International Chess Festival 2024 Masters. The world no.13 made a thematic knight sacrifice in the Italian opening against the Germany no.1. The exposed kingside is not practically easy to defend. Keymer eventually faltered and his opponent seized his advantage. D Gukesh had a small opportunity to avoid the trade of queens against Richard Rapport (ROU). It would have allowed him to maintain pressure on his opponent's kingside. Rapport managed to alleviate the attacking chances by exchanging queens. Nodirbek Abdusattorov (UZB) and Parham Maghsoodloo (IRI) are the only two other victors in the Masters section. It will be Parham vs Praggnanandhaa, Thai Dai Van Nguyen (CZE) vs Gukesh and Vidit vs Abdusattorov in Round 2. The second round for Masters, Challengers and Futures start today at 3 p.m. local time, 7:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Petr Vrabec/Prague International Chess Festival

Dama Negra Chess Club invites you to VIII Semana Santa Open 2024

27/02/2024 -

Club de Ajedrez Dama Negra and IO Patricia Claros Aguilar invite you to VIII Semana Santa International Open 2024. The eighth edition of this tournament is offering a total prize fund of €20050. The top three prizes are €4000, €2000 and €1500 along with a trophy each. The winner also gets invitation to XXI Gran Hotel Bali International Chess Festival 2024 which will take place in November. There are two categories - Group A (Open) and Group B (<1900). There are 11 main prizes in Group A and many category prizes. Entry is FREE for GMs and IMs. For everyone else, entry fee is €65, €50 for Dama Negra Club players. Total 366 players including 24 GMs, 54 IMs, 3 WGMs and 4 WIMs from 49 countries in Group A and 155 players have already confirmed their participation in Group B. Check out the article for all information. Photos: Official site

8-year-old Ashwath Kaushik becomes the youngest ever to beat a Grandmaster in Classical Chess

27/02/2024 -

In a world where experience is often said to take the lead, Young prodigies are proving it wrong. A 8 year old boy defeated a Grandmaster in Classical Chess and becomes the youngest ever to break this world record! Ashwath Kaushik from Singapore made history by becoming the youngest player to defeat a Grandmaster in Classical Chess at the tender age of 8 years, 6 months and 11 days. This victory over GM Jacek Stopa from Poland marked a significant highlight of the Burgdorfer Stadthaus Open in Switzerland. Tina Popli writes about Ashwath's remarkable feat and his journey so far. Photo: David Llada

Praggnanandhaa, Vidit and Gukesh set to battle world's best at Prague International Chess Festival 2024 Masters

27/02/2024 -

The sixth edition of Prague International Chess Festival 2024 starts today. Four Indian Candidates will be seen in action - R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi, D Gukesh and R Vaishali. The first three will play in the Masters section, while Vaishali will battle in the Challengers. That's not all. The reigning 36th National Under-11 Open 2023 champion, Aansh Nandan Nerurkar will play in the Futures group. This year, the Indian participation in the round-robin events is the highest ever at this event. The legend - Vishy Anand opened the festival. ChessBase India cofounders IM Sagar Shah and Amruta Mokal will be the Official Commentators. Round 1 for Masters and Challengers start today at 3 p.m. local time, 7:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Sagar Shah and Amruta Mokal

Isha Sharma wins 2nd Felix Sasomi Under 2200 Rating Tournament 2024

26/02/2024 -

WIM Isha Sharma scored 8/9 to win 2nd Felix Sasomi Under 2200 Rating Tournament 2024. She finished a half point ahead of the competition. After a 4/4 start, Isha lost her fifth round game against 11-year-old Andrei Negrean (ROU). However, Isha bounced back by winning the next four games to become a clear champion. FM Csaba Zoltan Varga (ROU) secured second place 7.5/9, Andrei third, according to tie-breaks. The total prize fund of the tournament was €14000. The top three prizes were €2400 + cup, €1600 and €1200 each respectively. It is not everyday we get to witness a woman winning an open/rating restricted tournament. However, this is the first time in the year 2024, an Indian woman won such an event and it is certainly a matter of great delight. Photos: Margareta Sarivan/CS A-K Rider's Satu Mare

Six new champions crowned at 11th National Amateur Chess Championships 2024

25/02/2024 -

The eleventh edition of National Amateur Chess Championships 2024 witnessed a total participation of 620 players from 27 different states, union territories and units across the nation. Six new champions were crowned in six different rating categories. They are: Shreyas (DEL) - Below 1700 Open, Ruhani Raj Asudani (GUJ) - Below 1700 Women, Devansh Shah (MAH) - Below 2000 Open, Saniya Rafique Tadavi (MAH) - Below 2000 Women, Harish Sharma (DEL) - Below 2300 Open and Shanmathi Sree S (TN) in Below 2300 Women. The total prize fund of the tournament was ₹300000. It was organized by Jaipur District Chess Association at Sawai Man Singh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan from 13th to 17th February 2024. Photo: IA Asit Baran Choudhury

Chess in Lakecity invites you to 6th Holi Cup Rating Open 2024

25/02/2024 -

The sixth edition of Holi Cup Rating Open tournament is a little over a month away. A total of 373 players have already registered for it from various parts of the country. From 31st March to 4th April 2024, it will take place at Orbit Resort in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The first edition took place back in 2017. IM Chakravarthi Reddy won the fifth edition last year. The total prize fund is same as last year ₹1501000. Total number of prizes are 116. There are three prizes worth ₹100000 and more. Apart from that, there are five prizes worth over ₹50000. There is an Early Bird offer till 29th February 2024. So hurry up and register if you have not already. Photo: Tournament Circular/Chess in Lakecity

The beautiful world of Anish Giri and Sopiko Guramishvili

24/02/2024 -

After an intense tournament at Weissenhaus, Sagar and Amruta had a week before they went to the Prague Masters. They decided to use this time to visit the residence of Anish Giri and Sopiko Guramishvili in the Hague. The plan was to record an opening video course for ChessBase. This was done quite efficiently in the 3 days and the course is 7 hours long covering all the openings of chess. However, the trip turned out to be much more than just recordings. For the author it was experiencing the life of a beautiful family and how one combines ambition, love and respect together.

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