Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa Held to Draw in Superbet Classic Tournament

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa Held to Draw in Superbet Classic Tournament

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa faced a tough challenge in the sixth round of the Superbet Classic tournament as he was held to a draw by the lowest-ranked Deac Bogdan-Daniel of Romania. The tournament is a part of the grand chess tour and has been witnessing some intense battles between top players from around the world.

While Praggnanandhaa struggled to break through his opponent’s defenses, Iranian-French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja showcased his skills with a brilliant performance against Wesley So of the United States. On the other hand, India’s D Gukesh seemed to be holding back his true potential as he settled for a draw with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France.

Praggnanandhaa, who attempted to challenge his opponent with the Nimzo Indian defense, found himself on the back foot as Bogdan-Daniel matched him move for move. The game eventually ended in a draw through repetition after 38 moves, highlighting the Romanian’s solid gameplay.

Meanwhile, Alireza Firouzja stole the spotlight with his second win of the tournament, putting him in contention for the top spot currently held by Fabio Caruana of the United States. With just three rounds remaining in the competition and a prize money of USD 350,000 up for grabs, the race for the championship title is heating up.

As the tournament progresses, players like Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Alireza are expected to give Caruana a tough fight for the coveted title. The World Championship match against Ding Liren in November is also on the horizon, adding an extra layer of excitement to the ongoing battles on the chessboard.

In a day filled with intense matchups and strategic maneuvers, the Superbet Classic tournament continues to captivate chess enthusiasts worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates on the thrilling competition as the top players vie for supremacy on the grand chess tour.