Arjun Erigaisi shines as India takes decisive lead in Chess Olympiad against Serbia

Arjun Erigaisi shines as India dominates in Chess Olympiad

Arjun Erigaisi once again showcased his exceptional skills in chess as he secured his fourth consecutive win, leading the second-seeded Indian team to a commanding position in the fourth round clash against Serbia at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary.

In the women’s section, Tania Sachdev and D Harika also contributed to India’s victory over France, despite a draw from R Vaishali on the second board.

Erigaisi’s impressive performance saw him outplay Aleksander Indjic in just 40 moves, elevating his live rating to 2785. His strategic moves and tactical brilliance left his opponent with no chance, as he executed a series of calculated attacks to secure the win.

Meanwhile, in the men’s section, Saran Alexey held his ground against R Paraggnanandhaa to secure a draw for India.

As the tournament unfolded, top seeds USA found themselves trailing Ukraine, while defending champions Uzbekistan faced a tough challenge against Vietnam. The world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen also made headlines for his unconventional mode of transportation to the venue, riding a bicycle due to heavy traffic delays.

Erigaisi’s stellar performance and India’s overall dominance in the Chess Olympiad highlight the team’s strong potential and determination to succeed on the international stage. With players like Erigaisi leading the charge, India’s chess prowess continues to impress and inspire fans worldwide.