Grand Chess Tour: Praggnaandhaa ends rapid section as joint leader
Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa finished the rapid section of the Grand Chess Tour in Zagreb as a joint leader alongside Firouzja Alireza. Praggnanandhaa secured his position with three consecutive wins on the final day of the rapid segment.
Why it matters
This performance highlights the rising dominance of Indian players in the international professional chess circuit.
Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa won three matches in a row on the final day to tie for first place with Firouzja Alireza of France on 12 points as the rapid section of the Croatian leg of the Grand Chess Tour ended in Zagreb.
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