Thane’s Atharv Soni Shares Lead in All India FIDE Rating Chess Tournament

Thane’s Atharv Soni emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Om Gada to take the lead alongside IM Vikramaditya Kulkarni and three others in the All India FIDE Rating Chess Tournament in Mumbai. The sixth round of the tournament saw Soni showcasing his skills with the black pieces in a strategic game that ultimately led to his win.

Soni’s win propelled him to the top of the leaderboard, tying with Kulkarni, Maharashtra’s Yash Watarkar, Arnav Kherdekar, and Delhi’s AIM Saikath Nath, all with 5.5 points each. The competition is heating up as these top players battle it out for the championship title.

In other matches, Kulkarni had to settle for a draw with Kherdekar, while Watarkar faced a tough challenge from Nath before splitting points. The tournament is witnessing intense battles on the chessboard as players strive to outwit their opponents and secure crucial wins.

Not far behind the leaders are players like Sanjeev Mishra, Kshaunish Jaiswal, and Yash Kapadi, all with five points each. These players are also in contention for a top finish as they continue to showcase their strategic prowess in each round.

The All India FIDE Rating Chess Tournament in Mumbai is proving to be a platform for intense competition and strategic brilliance as players from across the country vie for the top honors. With each round bringing new challenges and victories, the tournament is shaping up to be a thrilling battle of wits and skill on the chessboard.