Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour
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Fri, 28 August 2026
2 reports- Times of India00:53first to report
In a remarkable display of skill and tenacity, R Praggnanandhaa clinched victory at the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis, overturning a daunting six-point deficit against renowned competitor Fabiano Caruana. This landmark win not only made him the first Indian champion of the Grand Chess Tour but also earned him a hefty prize of $200,000, solidifying his status in the chess world.
- heraldgoa.in04:47
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa staged a remarkable comeback against Fabiano Caruana to win the final match and claim his maiden Grand Chess Tour Finals
Mon, 31 August 2026
1 report- Times of India01:51
Praggnanandhaa has completed a remarkable comeback after his disappointing 2026 Candidates campaign, winning the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St Louis by beating Fabiano Caruana 15-13. He became the first Indian to win the title. Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand praised his resilience and said, “I think at the moment, I would say he's the number one player in the world.”
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- Times of India02:26
American Grandmaster Levon Aronian has revealed how Praggnanandhaa turned a weakness he identified last year into a strength, helping the Indian grandmaster win the Grand Chess Tour (GCT) Finals. Aronian, who had beaten Praggnanandhaa in GCT Finals last year, praised the youngester's progress and fighting spirit while admitting he was surprised by how quickly the Indian closed that gap.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- Times of India06:21
Rising Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M has impressed at the Global Chess League after entering as a late replacement, defeating elite players and breaking into the world’s top 50. He discusses his close connection with Vaishali Rameshbabu, dismisses rumours of assisting Praggnanandhaa, and credits training with Ramesh. Pranesh also highlights India’s passionate chess crowds and his growing international ambitions.