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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.

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CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Inaugurates FIDE World Cup Chess Match in Goa


Goa witnessed a historic moment as CM Dr. Pramod Sawant made the ceremonial first move in the match between World Champion D. Gukesh and GM Kazybek Nogerbek, in the presence of chess legends Viswanathan Anand, GM Abhijeet Kunte, MLA Praveen Arlekar, and other dignitaries. The event marks a milestone for India in hosting prestigious global chess tournaments.