Indian chess masters have scripted history by clinching team gold medals in both men’s and women’s competitions at the 45th International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad 2024 in Budapest. This is a first for India, and it is a testament to the country’s rising chess prowess.
The wins for Gukesh Dommaraju, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi secured gold in the men’s event, known as the Open event, while Harika Dronavalli, Vaishali Rameshbabu, Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and Tania Sachdev won their games to bag gold in the women’s competition.
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The Indian men’s team displayed exceptional form throughout the tournament, winning 27 of their 44 games, losing just once and drawing six. Their final round of matches was against Slovenia, whom they defeated 3.5-0.5. The team’s performance was particularly impressive given the absence of Viswanathan Anand, who was not part of the Indian squad for this Olympiad.
The Indian women’s team also showcased brilliant chess, winning all their matches to finish at the top of the standings. Their final round win against Azerbaijan was a convincing 3.5-0.5 victory. The team’s success is a testament to the growing strength of women’s chess in India.
This is a historic achievement for Indian chess. It is the first time that India has won gold medals in both the men’s and women’s events at the Chess Olympiad.
The win is also a major boost for Indian chess. It will help to inspire more young people to take up the game, and it will put India on the map as a chess superpower.
Several Indian players played key roles in the team’s success. Gukesh Dommaraju was the star of the men’s team, winning 8.5 out of 11 games. Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi also played excellent chess, winning 7.5 and 8 out of 11 games respectively.
In the women’s team, Harika Dronavalli was the standout performer, winning 8 out of 11 games. Vaishali Rameshbabu, Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and Tania Sachdev also made important contributions to the team’s success.
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India’s success at the Chess Olympiad 2024 is a source of inspiration for chess players across the country. It is a testament to the potential of Indian chess, and it is a sign of things to come.
With a strong contingent of talented players, India is well-positioned to continue its dominance in international chess competitions. The country’s future looks bright, and it is only a matter of time before India clinches more gold medals at the future Chess Olympiads.
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September 26, 2024
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