GCL: American Gambits off to a flying start
The American Gambits franchise achieved a strong start in the fifth edition of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League with two consecutive victories. Meanwhile, defending champions Alpine Pipers, led by Magnus Carlsen, also secured a win in their opening match.
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The house was full. Among the spectators were a considerable number of Fyers American Gambits fans. And they made their presence felt by cheering loudly, breaking the pin-drop silence, after their team won the opening match of the fifth edition of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League.
It was indeed a perfect start to the tournament, as this is home to the American Gambits. The evening became even better for the city-based franchise, as it registered a second win. After defeating PBG Alaskan Knights 10-4, the Gambits scored a crushing 15-4 win against Triveni Continental Kings, the most successful team in the GCL, the winner of the first two seasons and the runner-up last year.
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