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Praggnanandhaa reflects on growth, says defeats matter more than public praise
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (617+ words) Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, fresh off winning Norway Chess, said defeats have shaped his growth more than victories. He highlighted lessons from games against Magnus Carlsen and credited confidence from key wins, including against reigning world champion Gukesh New Delhi:…...
Norway Chess champion Praggnanandhaa credits corporate backing from Adani Group for historic triumph
4+ hour, 40+ min ago (356+ words) 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 New Delhi: Fresh…...
Telangana players dominate U-17 division at Gopichand Academy
5+ hour, 10+ min ago (316+ words) Telangana's Tanmai Nihal Uttam and Anvi Vikram Goud captured the Under-17 singles titles, while Uttarakhand's Aditya Singh Negi and Rajasthan's Anvi Rathore claimed the Under-15 crowns at the All India Sub-Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament in Hyderabad Hyderabad: Aditya Singh Negi…...
Praggnanandhaa conquers Norway chess
8+ hour, 23+ min ago (266+ words) Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa made history as the first Indian to win the Norway Chess tournament, completing a sensational comeback in Stavanger. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya praised the 20-year-old, stating the entire nation is proud of his monumental feat New Delhi:…...
Praggnanandhaa becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title
22+ hour, 30+ min ago (313+ words) Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title, defeating Germany's Vincent Keymer in the final round. Oslo: Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted history as he became the first Indian to win the…...
Praggnanandhaa defeats world champion Gukesh as Norway Chess title race tightens
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (397+ words) Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu defeated world champion D Gukesh in classical play, while Wesley So beat Magnus Carlsen in Armageddon to lead Norway Chess 2026 after Round 9. Bibisara Assaubayeva secured the women's title with one round remaining in Oslo. Oslo: Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu scored…...
Praggnanandhaa in three-way battle for Norway Chess title heading into final round
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (719+ words) Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated compatriot D Gukesh in a classical game at Norway Chess, moving within half a point of leader Wesley So and keeping alive his hopes of becoming the first Indian champion of the prestigious tournament Oslo:…...
Pranav Adani hails Praggnanandhaa's double win over world No. 1 Carlsen in Norway Chess as "a rare achievement'
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (383+ words) Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen for the second time at Norway Chess 2026. Praised by Pranav Adani, Praggnanandhaa's achievement highlights his growing stature and the rising strength of Indian chess globally Ahmedabad:" After Praggnanandhaa R continued his…...
Gyana Sai Santosh shares lead after fifth round at VIT-AP chess tournament
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (191+ words) M. Gyana Sai Santosh of Andhra Pradesh shared the lead with S. Vikramjit Singh of Railways and Saiharvansh of Tamil Nadu after the fifth round of the inaugural International Chess Tournament conducted by VIT-AP University at Amaravati Gyana Sai Santosh shares lead…...
Kushagra Mohan scores 8. 5 points to secure the All India Open FIDE-rated crown
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (171+ words) Kushagra wins Meridian chess title Hyderabad: Kushagra Mohan won the Meridian All India Open FIDE-Rated Chess Tournament, finishing with 8. 5 points after outwitting top-seeded S. Chidvilas Sai in a high-stakes final round here. Going into the final round trailing Chidvilas Sai, Kushagra…...