Indian Grandmaster Arjun Chithambaram Loses Lead in Sharjah Masters After Late Blunder

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Chithambaram faced a heartbreaking loss in the seventh round of the Sharjah Masters, costing him not only the game but also his lead. The late blunder allowed Iran’s Bardiya Daneshvar to secure the victory, pushing Arjun down to the joint third spot.

Arjun had been dominating the competition until the fatal mistake occurred. Despite putting up a strong fight, the tactical skirmish ended in Daneshvar’s favor due to the late blunder. This turn of events shifted the leaderboard, with American player Sam Shankland also matching Daneshvar’s points.

Another Indian player, Arjun Erigaisi, faced a tough challenge against Parham Maghsoodloo of Iran and had to settle for a draw. This result left Erigaisi trailing behind the leading duo of Daneshvar and Shankland by half a point.

The intense competition in the seventh round saw several other Indian players in action, with mixed results. While some secured victories, others faced defeats or settled for draws. The tournament continues to be a thrilling battle of skill and strategy among the top chess players.

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