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India's Chess Trio Battles World Elite in New Tour
10 Nov
Summary
- Indian chess prodigies compete against Magnus Carlsen.
- The event tests players across Fast Classic, rapid, and blitz formats.
- It serves as a pilot for a global chess tour launching next year.
The Total Chess World Championship Tour pilot begins in Budapest, featuring India's R Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Vaishali. They will contend with a formidable lineup headed by World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, alongside other elite players. The tournament is designed to identify the most versatile player by integrating Fast Classic, rapid, and blitz chess formats.
This pilot event, approved by FIDE and conceptualized by Norway Chess, will be a test run for a full global season commencing next year. Players will navigate a nine-round Blitz Swiss to determine rankings, followed by a group stage with double round-robin Fast Classic matches. The competition culminates in a knockout phase where adaptability across all three time controls is crucial for victory.
