BRING YOUR VISION INTO ACTION
The 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad continues to be a thrilling spectacle as India remains undefeated, with both the men’s and women’s teams delivering outstanding performances. GM Gukesh Dommaraju, India’s rising star, showcased his endgame mastery, leading India to a 3-1 victory over China. With this win, the Indian men’s team moves to a perfect 14/14 score, keeping them at the top of the standings.
In the Women’s section, India continued its dominance with a 3-1 victory over Georgia, securing another flawless 14/14 score. GM Vaishali Rameshbabu and IM Vantika Agrawal led the charge with brilliant wins, with Vantika’s nerve-wracking game culminating in victory despite being down to less than a minute by move 21!
Gukesh’s Endgame Brilliance: India vs. China
In a match many expected to be a preview of the upcoming world championship clash, GM Gukesh outmaneuvered GM Wei Yi, the replacement for World Champion GM Ding Liren. Gukesh, with two knights against a rook, ground out an impressive win in one of the longest games of the day. This critical victory ensured India maintained its perfect score.
As Gukesh rises to a live rating of 2780, now entering the world’s top five, it sends a strong signal to the chess world ahead of his world championship match in Singapore.
Indian Women’s Team Dominates
The Indian women’s team, now two points ahead of their closest competitors—Poland, Kazakhstan, and France—delivered a commanding performance against Georgia. IM Vantika Agrawal’s brilliant win under time pressure was the highlight of the match, proving India’s depth and determination.
Key Highlights:
- GM Gukesh leads India’s charge with a win against China, taking his live rating to 2780.
- IM Vantika Agrawal wins under extreme time pressure, securing India’s 3-1 victory over Georgia in the Women’s section.
- GM Arjun Erigaisi ends his perfect streak with a draw but maintains a remarkable performance rating of 2985.
- India’s men and women teams remain the only undefeated teams in the competition.
With perfect scores and a commanding position in both sections, India looks poised for further success in the coming rounds.
Stay tuned for more thrilling updates from the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad as India takes on its next opponents!
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