Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa to Face David Navara in First Round of Prague Masters

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa to Face Local Star David Navara in Prague Masters Opener

Fresh off his victory at the Tata Steel Masters, Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is set to take on local favorite David Navara in the first round of the Prague Masters. The tournament, featuring 10 players and 9 rounds, will see Praggnanandhaa starting as the second seed, with high expectations on his shoulders.

Praggnanandhaa, who will have the advantage of playing five games with the white pieces, is considered one of the top favorites to win the tournament. His first-round match against Navara, a seasoned European player, is expected to be a tough challenge.

Another Indian contender, Aravindh Chithambaram, will kick off his campaign against Nguyen Thai Dai Van, who recently impressed by winning the challengers section of the Tata Steel tournament. With both Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh in the mix, Indian chess fans have high hopes for a strong showing in Prague.

The tournament will also feature top players like Wei Yi of China, Anish Giri of the Netherlands, and Sam Shankland of the USA. With a mix of experienced veterans and rising stars, the Prague Masters promises to deliver exciting and competitive chess matches.

In the challengers’ section, India’s Divya Deshmukh will face off against Ivan Salgado Lopez of Spain. After a disappointing performance at the Tata Steel challengers, Deshmukh will be looking to bounce back and make her mark in Prague.

With a lineup of talented players and intriguing matchups, the Prague Masters is shaping up to be a thrilling event for chess enthusiasts around the world. Stay tuned for updates on the tournament as the action unfolds.