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FIDE Grand Swiss Chess 2025 Round 1 opened with intense battles, featuring top international players and rising Indian stars. The tournament, known for its fierce competition and qualification pathway to the Candidates Tournament 2026, already delivered major talking points in the very first round.
Praggnanandhaa Faces Time Trouble
India’s prodigy R Praggnanandhaa found himself in a tense position after 16 moves, trailing by almost an hour on the clock. Known for his tactical sharpness, Praggnanandhaa seemed to be deeply calculating variations, but the time deficit could become a decisive factor in the late middlegame. Fans are eagerly watching if he can recover and turn the tables.
Divya Deshmukh Loses a Rook Early
On the women’s side, Divya Deshmukh had a tough start as she blundered a rook early in her game. Despite showing resilience and trying to create counterplay, the material disadvantage may prove too heavy in the first round of such a high-stakes event.
Why the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 Matters
The FIDE Grand Swiss is one of the most prestigious tournaments on the calendar. With top grandmasters and young stars competing, it not only showcases world-class chess but also determines qualification spots for the Candidates Tournament, the direct pathway to the World Chess Championship
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Indian Chess in Global Spotlight
India’s chess scene continues to thrive with young players like Praggnanandhaa, Divya Deshmukh, Nihal Sarin, and others participating in elite global events. Their performances in the Grand Swiss 2025 are closely followed by fans, analysts, and the international chess community.
FAQ Section
Q1. What is the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025?
The FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 is an elite chess tournament where top players compete for qualification spots in the Candidates Tournament 2026.
Q2. Why is Praggnanandhaa’s game important?
Praggnanandhaa is one of India’s strongest young grandmasters and a world title contender. His performance in the Grand Swiss directly impacts his chances of reaching the Candidates.
Q3. How did Divya Deshmukh perform in Round 1?
Divya Deshmukh faced a tough setback by losing her rook early, making her first-round game difficult to recover.
Q4. Where is the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 being held?
The event is hosted in Isle of Man, a traditional venue for the Grand Swiss.
Q5. How many players qualify for the Candidates from the Grand Swiss?
Typically, the top two finishers in the Grand Swiss earn direct spots in the Candidates Tournament.
Published on : 4th September
Published by : aswini
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