Social Media Erupts as R Praggnanandhaa Defeats Magnus Carlsen: Anand Mahindra Congratulates Chess Prodigy

Indian chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa made headlines after defeating reigning five-time world chess champion Magnus Carlsen in the second round of the Superbet rapid and blitz chess tournament. The victory sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with individuals praising Praggnanandhaa for his remarkable win.

Among those who congratulated the 18-year-old chess grandmaster was industrialist Anand Mahindra, who took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his admiration. Mahindra stated that it was time to “brag about Pragg” and suggested rewarding him with vehicles from the Mahindra lineup, including models like the XUV400 and X700.

Despite his loss to Praggnanandhaa, Carlsen went on to win the tournament, with the Indian prodigy finishing in fourth place. This is not the first time Praggnanandhaa has defeated Carlsen, as he previously bested the world champion in April 2022 at the FTX Crypto Cup.

Praggnanandhaa’s impressive track record includes finishing fifth in the 2024 Candidates Tournament and becoming the youngest player to reach the Chess World Cup final in 2023. He has been lauded as a genius and a trailblazer in the world of chess, with many praising his exceptional skills and achievements.

With his recent victory over Carlsen, Praggnanandhaa continues to make waves in the world of chess, solidifying his position as a rising star in the game. As the chess community celebrates his success, all eyes are on the young grandmaster as he continues to make his mark on the international chess scene.