Aravindh Chithambaram: The Rising Star of Indian Chess
Aravindh Chithambaram Emerges as the New Poster Boy of Indian Chess with Prague Masters Win
Aravindh Chithambaram has taken the Indian chess world by storm with his recent victory at the Prague Masters. The 25-year-old, who was once considered a late bloomer, has now solidified his place as one of the most talented players in the country, with his coach R. B. Ramesh even going as far as to say that he is the most talented player after Viswanathan Anand.
Aravindh’s win at the Prague Masters was no easy feat, as he defeated strong contenders such as Anish Giri, Wei Yi, and Vincent Keymer. Reflecting on his recent success, Aravindh expressed his disbelief at his sudden rise to the top, stating, “It’s better late than never. I don’t know what exactly happened. Something has changed. I am unable to figure it out. Everything has come together.”
The Chennai GM attributed his success in Prague to his strong gameplay and preparation against his opponents. He highlighted his risky yet successful moves against Anish Giri, his well-prepared strategy against Wei Yi, and his unique opening against Vincent Keymer.
Aravindh also expressed his confidence in the strength of Indian men’s chess, suggesting that the country could potentially field multiple teams for future Olympiads. He emphasized the quality of Indian chess and the potential for even three strong teams to compete on the international stage.
Despite his recent success in classical chess, Aravindh has also dabbled in Freestyle chess, a format that some consider to be the future of the game. However, he believes that both classical and freestyle chess can coexist harmoniously in the chess world.
Aravindh’s coach Ramesh praised his protege’s talent and determination, noting that self-doubt had previously held him back. Now, with a newfound confidence in himself, Aravindh is poised to continue making waves in the world of chess.
With his recent victory at the Prague Masters, Aravindh Chithambaram has cemented his status as the new poster boy of Indian chess, and his future in the game looks brighter than ever.