D Gukesh keeps losing, Nihal Sarin keeps winning: Indian chess confronts Janus paradox at FIDE Grand Swiss

D Gukesh keeps losing, Nihal Sarin keeps winning: Indian chess confronts Janus paradox at FIDE Grand Swiss

 05:04 12/09/2025

At the FIDE Grand Swiss in Samarkand, Indian chess presents a contrasting picture. Nihal Sarin shines, securing his third consecutive win and joining the lead. Meanwhile, World Champion D Gukesh struggles, losing his third straight game and risking a drop from the top 10. Despite Nihal's success, he humbly credits Viswanathan Anand and Gukesh for India's chess boom.
Chess: World Champion Gukesh Stumbles Again, Title Hopes Dim After Second Consecutive Loss at Grand Swiss

Chess: World Champion Gukesh Stumbles Again, Title Hopes Dim After Second Consecutive Loss at Grand Swiss

 09:04 10/09/2025

D Gukesh, the world champion, faced another setback at the FIDE Grand Swiss, losing to Nikolas Theodorou on Tuesday after a previous defeat. Theodorou, surprised by Gukesh's opening, capitalised on a missed threefold repetition claim by Gukesh. Despite Gukesh's ambition to win with the White pieces, Theodorou secured the victory in 47 moves.
Chess | After 190-move draw, 14-year-old Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus plays out 16-move draw at FIDE Grand Swiss 2025: Here’s why

Chess | After 190-move draw, 14-year-old Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus plays out 16-move draw at FIDE Grand Swiss 2025: Here’s why

 22:04 09/09/2025

Turkish chess prodigy Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, 14, drew against his coach Shakhriyar Mamedyarov at the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 after a short 16-move game. This followed Yagiz's stunning victory over India’s Aditya Mittal, where he executed a brilliant checkmate despite a significant material disadvantage. Praveen Thipsay called it a “game for the books of combinations.
American Teen Grandmaster Abhimanyu Mishra Stuns Chess World, Defeats Champion Gukesh

American Teen Grandmaster Abhimanyu Mishra Stuns Chess World, Defeats Champion Gukesh

 01:04 09/09/2025

Mishra, born in New Jersey to Indian parents, had already carved his place in history as the youngest-ever to earn the GM title at 12 years and four months. With this win, he set another record, becoming the youngest to defeat a reigning world champion in classical chess, eclipsing Gata Kamsky’s 1992 mark at 18, when he beat Garry Kasparov.
Chess | Shocking! World No. 5 GM Anna Muzychuk forgets about clock, suffers massive setback at Grand Swiss - Watch

Chess | Shocking! World No. 5 GM Anna Muzychuk forgets about clock, suffers massive setback at Grand Swiss - Watch

 23:04 04/09/2025

The FIDE Grand Swiss witnessed a stunning upset as Hungarian teenager Zsóka Gaál defeated world No. 5 Anna Muzychuk. Reigning world champion D Gukesh of India began strongly, defeating Etienne Bacrot, while Praggnanandhaa drew with Jeffery Xiong. In other matches, Vaishali secured a win, adding to the excitement of the tournament's opening day.
FIDE Grand Swiss: Divya Deshmukh only Indian female in Open section; D Gukesh, surprisingly, in contention

FIDE Grand Swiss: Divya Deshmukh only Indian female in Open section; D Gukesh, surprisingly, in contention

 08:04 03/09/2025

The FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 in Samarkand will feature World Champion D Gukesh and Women’s World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh, alongside a strong Indian contingent. Gukesh aims to maintain momentum, while Deshmukh seeks to test herself against top players. With Candidates spots and significant prize money at stake, the tournament promises intense competition and a showcase of India's chess talent.
Sinquefield Cup: R Praggnanandhaa takes joint lead with Fabiano Caruana; D Gukesh drops to bottom half

Sinquefield Cup: R Praggnanandhaa takes joint lead with Fabiano Caruana; D Gukesh drops to bottom half

 09:05 26/08/2025

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa showcased a dominant performance, defeating Alireza Firouzja and surging to joint first place in the Sinquefield Cup alongside Fabiano Caruana with a score of 4.5. However, D Gukesh faced a setback, losing to Wesley So and dropping to the bottom standings in the standings. With three rounds remaining, the competition intensifies as Caruana and Praggnanandhaa lead, followed closely by Wesley So and Levon Aronian.
Chess | R Praggnanandhaa breaks silence on Magnus Carlsen's table slam after D Gukesh loss: 'Is it a good thing? Maybe not'

Chess | R Praggnanandhaa breaks silence on Magnus Carlsen's table slam after D Gukesh loss: 'Is it a good thing? Maybe not'

 20:04 15/08/2025

After Magnus Carlsen’s table-slam went viral following a loss to D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa called it an instinctive reaction — not ideal, but good for chess visibility. While praising Carlsen as the best, Praggnanandhaa reflected on his own breakthrough year, having won three major titles and rising to World No. 4 as he eyes a Candidates spot.
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