India Makes History by Winning Gold at Chess Olympiad 2024

India made history at the Chess Olympiad 2024 in Budapest, Hungary by winning the gold medal in the open section for the first time ever. The team, consisting of D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, and Pentala Harikrishna, secured the victory with a stunning performance against Slovenia.

The Indian team had a remarkable run at the Chess Olympiad, starting with eight consecutive wins before drawing against Uzbekistan. The decisive moment came when Arjun Erigaisi defeated USA’s Leinier Domingue Perez in round 10, putting India on the path to gold.

This historic achievement was celebrated by fans and chess enthusiasts around the world, with the International Chess Federation congratulating the Indian team on their remarkable victory. Gukesh’s smile captured the joy of the moment as India secured its first-ever gold medal at the Chess Olympiad.

The win marks a significant milestone for Indian chess and highlights the talent and dedication of the players who represented their country with pride. Congratulations to Team India on this incredible accomplishment!