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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Delhi GM Open 2025: Deepan Chakkravarthy, Narayanan, Sivuk among leaders after double-round Day 2
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Day 2 of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 brought double the drama as players faced off in Rounds 2 and 3 at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur. With two classical-format games scheduled for the day, stamina and precision were put to the test as early leaders began to emerge, according to a release from Delhi GM Open. India's top seed GM Narayanan S L (2600) continued his flawless run, moving to 3/3 after defeating Arnav Agarwal (2096) in Round 3. Joining him at the top of the table are GM Deepan Chakkravarthy (2410), GM Vitaly Sivuk (2522), GM Mihail Nikitenko (2520), GM Karthik Venkataraman (2550), GM Abhijeet Gupta (2538), and IM Arsen Davtyan (2402), all of whom registered three wins in three rounds. The leaderboard remains tightly packed heading into an exciting Day 3. IM Aronyak Ghosh (2510) also maintained his perfect score with a composed win over Guru Prakash, keeping pace with the front-runners in a fiercely competitive field. The day was equally memorable for India's emerging crop of players. Vairaj Sogerwal, still riding high on his Round 1 upset over GM Karen H Grigoryan, continued to showcase resilience against stronger opponents. Singh Arshpreet (2075) moved to 2/3 with another composed showing, while FM J Ramakrishna (2036) and CM Akila Kavinda (2010) also stood at 2 to the surprises, Sai Kuchibhotla (2014) delivered a gritty performance to hold GM Tornike Sanikidse (2425) to a draw, a result that exemplifies the rising standard of India's grassroots chess talent. Now in its 21st edition, the Delhi GM Open has cemented its place as Asia's largest classical-format open chess tournament. With over 2,500 players from 20+ countries, including 24 Grandmasters, and a record prize pool of Rs1.21 crore, the tournament continues to offer a platform for India's brightest prospects to take on global heavyweights. Organised under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation, the event remains a cornerstone of India's competitive chess calendar and a true celebration of the sport's growing appeal. (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Delhi GM Chess Open 2025: Indian grandmasters shine on Day 2, youngsters make mark
Chess (Photo by) NEW DELHI: The second day of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 witnessed intense competition during Rounds 2 and 3 at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur. Players demonstrated their endurance and skill through two classical-format games. GM Narayanan SL (2600), India's highest-rated participant, maintained his perfect record by defeating Arnav Agarwal (2096) in Round 3. The leader group includes GM Deepan Chakkravarthy (2410), GM Vitaly Sivuk (2522), GM Mihail Nikitenko (2520), GM Karthik Venkataraman (2550), GM Abhijeet Gupta (2538), and IM Arsen Davtyan (2402), each securing three victories in three rounds. The competition remains close as players prepare for Day 3. IM Aronyak Ghosh (2510) secured his position amongst the leaders with a victory against Guru Prakash, maintaining his unblemished record. Indian upcoming talents displayed notable performances. Vairaj Sogerwal sustained his momentum following his Round 1 victory over GM Karen H Grigoryan. Singh Arshpreet (2075) achieved 2/3 points, whilst FM J Ramakrishna (2036) and CM Akila Kavinda (2010) also secured 2 points each. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Sai Kuchibhotla (2014) achieved a remarkable draw against GM Tornike Sanikidse (2425). The tournament, in its 21st year, stands as Asia's premier classical-format open chess competition. With participation from over 2,500 players representing more than 20 countries, including 24 Grandmasters, and offering a prize fund of Rs 1.21 crore, it provides an excellent platform for Indian talents to compete against international masters. The All India Chess Federation-sanctioned event continues to be a significant fixture in India's chess calendar, highlighting the sport's increasing popularity.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
Delhi GM Open 2025: Deepan Chakkravarthy, Narayanan, Sivuk among leaders after Day 2
Day 2 of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 brought double the drama as players faced off in Rounds 2 and 3 at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur. With two classical-format games scheduled for the day, stamina and precision were put to the test as early leaders began to emerge. India's top seed GM Narayanan S L (2600) continued his flawless run, moving to 3/3 after defeating Arnav Agarwal (2096) in Round 3. Joining him at the top of the table are GM Deepan Chakkravarthy (2410), GM Vitaly Sivuk (2522), GM Mihail Nikitenko (2520), GM Karthik Venkataraman (2550), GM Abhijeet Gupta (2538), and IM Arsen Davtyan (2402), all of whom registered three wins in three rounds. The leaderboard remains tightly packed heading into an exciting Day 3. IM Aronyak Ghosh (2510) also maintained his perfect score with a composed win over Guru Prakash, keeping pace with the front-runners in a fiercely competitive field. The day was equally memorable for India's emerging crop of players. Vairaj Sogerwal, still riding high on his Round 1 upset over GM Karen H Grigoryan, continued to showcase resilience against stronger opponents. Singh Arshpreet (2075) moved to 2/3 with another composed showing, while FM J Ramakrishna (2036) and CM Akila Kavinda (2010) also stood at 2 points. Adding to the surprises, Sai Kuchibhotla (2014) delivered a gritty performance to hold GM Tornike Sanikidse (2425) to a draw, a result that exemplifies the rising standard of India's grassroots chess talent. Now in its 21st edition, the Delhi GM Open has cemented its place as Asia's largest classical-format open chess tournament. With over 2,500 players from 20+ countries, including 24 Grandmasters, and a record prize pool of ₹1.21 crore, the tournament continues to offer a platform for India's brightest prospects to take on global heavyweights. Organized under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation, the event remains a cornerstone of India's competitive chess calendar and a true celebration of the sport's growing appeal.
