GM Arjun Erigaisi missed a promising advantage against GM Wei Yi in the second classical game of their FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal, resulting in another draw and forcing a tiebreak. While several matches move to rapid playoffs, Uzbekistan’s Nodirbek Yakubboev became the only player to seal a semifinal spot outright.
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P. Harikrishna Knocked Out in Round 5 Tiebreak at FIDE World Cup 2025
GM P Harikrishna was knocked out in the Round 5 tiebreaks of the FIDE World Cup 2025, leaving GM Arjun Erigaisi as India’s sole contender. Arjun now advances to the quarterfinals, where he will face China’s GM Wei Yi.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun Erigaisi, P Harikrishna Draw Opening Game of Round 5
Arjun Erigaisi pressed hard but couldn’t break Levon Aronian’s defence, while P Harikrishna held a comfortable draw against Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara in the opening game of Round 5 at the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Panaji. Photo Credit – Eteri Kublashvili / FIDE
Raahul V S Becomes India’s 91st Chess Grandmaster After Winning ASEAN Individual Championship
Raahul V S has etched his name in Indian chess history by becoming the nation’s 91st Grandmaster after a stellar performance at the ASEAN Individual Championship, clinching the title with a round to spare. His remarkable achievement marks another proud milestone for Bharat’s growing chess legacy.
From Struggles to Stardom: 16-Year-Old Ilamparthy AR Becomes India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster ♟️✨
From playing chess nationals at age 5 to overcoming financial hurdles and traveling alone for tournaments, Ilamparthy AR’s story is one of grit and brilliance. At just 16, he has now achieved the remarkable feat of becoming India’s 90th Grandmaster — a milestone that marks both passion and perseverance.