India Clinches Gold Medals in Men’s and Women’s Events at FIDE Chess Olympiad 2024

India Shines at FIDE Chess Olympiad, Clinches Gold Medals in Men’s and Women’s Events

Budapest, Hungary – India showcased a remarkable performance at the ongoing International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing two gold medals in both the men’s and women’s events on Sunday. In a thrilling final round, India’s men’s team consisting of D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, and Pentala Harikrishna outshined Slovenia to claim the gold medal.

The victories from D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi propelled India to a 2-0 lead, ultimately confirming the gold medal. Praggnandhaa also emerged victorious in his game, while Vidit ended her match with a draw. The Indian team defeated Slovenia with a score of 3.5-0.5, sealing their triumph.

On the other hand, the Indian women’s chess team comprising Harika Dronavalli, R Vaishali, Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agarwal, and Tania Sachdev also clinched the gold medal by defeating Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5. Harika Dronavalli, Divya Deshmukh, and Vantika Agrawal secured wins in their respective matches, while R Vaishali settled for a draw.

The Indian women’s team improved upon their bronze medal from the Chennai Olympiad in 2022, marking a significant achievement for Indian chess. With these victories, India continues to make its mark on the international chess scene, showcasing exceptional talent and skill.

In the earlier rounds, the Indian men’s team defeated USA and showcased their dominance in the competition. With a stellar performance throughout the tournament, India’s chess players have once again proven their mettle and brought glory to the nation.

India’s success at the FIDE Chess Olympiad 2024 is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the players and their coaches. The nation celebrates these victories and looks forward to more achievements in the world of chess.