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Time of India
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Historic feat! GM Abhijeet Gupta clinches fourth title at 21st Delhi International Open Chess Tournament 2025
Abhijeet Gupta (middle), Mihail Nikitenko (left), Diptayan Ghosh (right) Indian Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta won his record fourth title at the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025, scoring 8.5 points out of 10. The tournament, organised by Delhi Chess Association, featured over 2,500 players from more than 20 countries and offered a prize pool of Rs 1.21 crore. Gupta, 36, remained unbeaten throughout the tournament's 10 rounds. His crucial victory came in Round 9 against Belarusian GM Mihail Nikitenko, followed by a draw with IM Aronyak Ghosh in the final round to secure the championship. Belarusian GM Mihail Nikitenko claimed second place with 8 points, while Indian GM Diptayan Ghosh secured third position based on tiebreak calculations. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! IM Aronyak Ghosh and GM Aditya S Samant finished fourth and fifth respectively, both scoring 8 points. Vietnamese GM Nguyen Duc Hoa took sixth place with 7.5 points, with India's top seed GM SL Narayanan following in seventh position. Armenian Grandmasters Mamikon Gharibyan and Manuel Petrosyan secured eighth and ninth places respectively. Kyrgyzstan's IM Tologon Tegin Semetei completed the top 10, all three finishing with 7.5 points. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The tournament attracted 24 Grandmasters among its participants, establishing itself as Asia's most prestigious open chess event. Delhi GM Open final standing (Image: TOI special arrangements) The Category C section, held at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur, featured 1,250 players competing for a total prize pool of Rs 35 lakhs. Tamil Nadu's Dinesh Kumar H emerged victorious in Category C, earning the top prize of Rs 4,00,000. Naitik Sethi secured second place with a prize of Rs 3,00,000, while Sibi M finished third, receiving Rs 2,00,000. Gitanesh Phogat, Sai Krishna S., and AGM Yogesh Kumar Gupta were among other notable prize winners in the tournament. This prestigious chess event showcased both established professionals and emerging talents, reinforcing India's position in international chess competition.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Abhijeet Gupta takes sole lead at Delhi International Open GM Chess Tournament 2025 ahead of final round
Abhijeet Gupta on left NEW DELHI: At the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025, Indian Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta secured the sole lead following a decisive Round 9 win against Belarusian GM Mihail Nikitenko. Gupta's impressive tally of 8 points from 9 rounds positions him as the prime contender for the title before the final round. The day's prominent encounter saw Gupta, commanding the white pieces, secure victory against previous co-leader Nikitenko in an intense battle, showcasing his tournament prowess. Nikitenko now joins other contenders with 7 points. Armenian GM Mamikon Gharibyan and Indian GM SL Narayanan shared points in their encounter, both reaching 7 points. Similarly, Vietnamese GM Nguyen Van Huy and India's GM Diptayan Ghosh drew their match to reach 7 points each. Swedish GM Vitaly Sivuk's draw against IM Nitin S placed him in the 7-point group as well. GM Aditya S Samant secured a significant victory over Belarusian GM Aleksej Aleksandrov, reaching 7.5 points. IM Aronyak Ghosh matched this score by defeating IM Sharnarthi Viresh. Both players now trail the tournament leader by half a point before the final round. Lower in the rankings, GM Luka Paichadze, IM Manish Anto Cristiano F, and GM Deepan Chakkravarthy secured victories to maintain positions in the upper half of the standings. The competition, held under the All India Chess Federation's supervision, hosts over 2,500 participants from more than 20 countries, including 24 Grandmasters, with a prize fund of Rs 1.21 crore, establishing itself as a significant event in Indian and Asian chess. Category C, comprising 1,250 participants, concludes on Saturday, June 14, offering ₹35 lakhs in prizes, with ₹4 lakhs awarded to the winner. The tournament culminates in an exciting finish as Abhijeet Gupta aims to secure his fourth Delhi GM Open title, whilst Samant and Ghosh remain in contention for the championship.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi GM chess open 2025: Veteran Abhijeet Gupta claims top spot after defeating Mamikon Gharibyan in round 7
GM Abhijeet Gupta seized the sole lead at the 21st Delhi International Open with a Round 7 victory, shaking up the leaderboard. His win places him ahead of a tightly packed group, including GM S L Narayanan and GM Boris Savchenko, who drew their top-board clash. Several other GMs secured crucial wins, intensifying the competition for the ₹1. NEW DELHI: The 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 saw significant changes as GM Abhijeet Gupta secured the leading position with 6.5 points after defeating GM Mamikon Gharibyan in Round 7. The Indian GM now stands alone at the top as the tournament enters its final phase. The crucial match between GM S L Narayanan and GM Boris Savchenko concluded in a draw, leaving both players at 6 points. They now form part of a competitive group pursuing the leader, alongside other successful contestants from Wednesday's matches. The seventh round produced several significant outcomes affecting the tournament's upper ranks. GM Mihail Nikitenko reached 6 points after winning against GM Alexei Fedorov, whilst GM Vitaly Sivuk achieved the same score by defeating Alekhya Mukhopadhyay. GM Diptayan Ghosh joined them after besting GM Aleksej Aleksandrov. GM Luka Paichadze and GM Manuel Petrosyan drew their match, each reaching 5.5 points, matching the scores of IM Semetey Tologontegin and GM Aditya S Samant who also drew. IM Neelash Saha maintained his impressive performance by defeating Bivor Adak, whilst IM Aronyak Ghosh secured victory over GM Nguyen Duc Hoa in an intense contest, both reaching 6 points. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like ثلاجات غير مباعة متاحة الآن – انقر وشاهد الأسعار! ثلاجات | إعلانات البحث ابحث الآن With three rounds remaining, eight players trail Abhijeet Gupta by half a point, intensifying the competition for the ₹1.21 crore prize fund. Each upcoming match could prove crucial for the final standings. The tournament expanded with Category C's commencement, attracting 1,250 participants and highlighting the event's inclusive nature. This addition strengthens the Delhi GM Open's position in developing chess talent across all levels. This premier Asian chess competition has drawn over 2,500 participants from more than 20 nations, including 24 Grandmasters. Organised under the All India Chess Federation, the tournament offers a ₹1.21 crore prize pool and remains significant in India's chess calendar.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Delhi GM 2025 open chess tournament: Anandbatla Satvik claims category B title; SL Narayanan, Abhijeet Gupta draw in category A round 6
Chess (Photo by) NEW DELHI: The fifth day of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 produced significant results, featuring the Category B conclusion and an important match between Indian top seeds, GMs S L Narayanan and Abhijeet Gupta, in the primary Grandmasters section at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur. Telangana's Anandbatla Satvik secured the Category B championship with an impressive 9/10 score, leading a field of over 800 competitors. His victory earned him Rs 4 lakh, setting a new record for amateur chess prize money in India. Sundram Kumar and Shaikh Sohil secured second and third positions, receiving Rs 3 lakh and Rs 2 lakh respectively, highlighting India's strengthening amateur chess scene. In Category A, the crucial match between top-ranked Indian Grandmasters SL Narayanan and Abhijeet Gupta concluded in a draw during Round 6. Both players demonstrated sophisticated strategic play, maintaining their positions in the title race with four rounds remaining. GM Vitaly Sivuk (Sweden) and GM Alexei Fedorov (Belarus) also finished their Round 6 match in a draw, maintaining their undefeated status and joining others with 5 points from 6 rounds. GM Diptayan Ghosh and IM Neelash Saha's drawn match further tightened the competition, with several Grandmasters remaining in contention for the championship. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The New Jeep Grand Cherokee Is Truly Blowing Americans Away (Take A Look) Luxurious SUV | Search ads Learn More Undo The tournament continues to be Asia's leading open chess competition, hosting over 2,500 participants from more than 20 nations, including 24 Grandmasters. Sanctioned by the All India Chess Federation, the event offers a substantial prize fund of Rs 1.21 crore. The Category C competition, featuring over 1,200 players, commences tomorrow, adding to this significant chess event.
India Gazette
09-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Delhi GM Open: Narayanan, Deepan, Abhijeet, Diptayan, Petrosyan continue winning streaks on Day 3
New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Day 3 of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 delivered another thrilling chapter at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur, as Round 4 featured several high-stakes matchups and standout performances from both Indian and international contenders. India's top seed Grandmaster (GM), Narayanan S L , led the charge with a solid win over Vietnam's GM Nguyen Duc Hoa, while Diptayan Ghosh, Deepan Chakkravarthy, and Abhijeet Gupta each registered clinical victories to maintain their momentum. Among international players, Manuel Petrosyan, Mihail Nikitenko, Mamikon Gharibyan, Boris Savchenko, and Luka Paichadze also continued their winning runs with confident performances. The day also saw key draws in closely contested games, including Aleksej Aleksandrov vs Karthik Venkataraman, and Aronyak Ghosh vs Mikulas Manik, as top boards fought to hold ground in an increasingly tight field, as per the Delhi GM Open press release. Adding to India's strong showing at the top, Dinesh Sharma and Harsh Suresh notched up important wins to stay in the lead group, while Aditya S Samant continued his consistent run with another solid victory, keeping himself in contention as the tournament progresses. A noteworthy performance came from Bivor Adak, who held Pantsulaia Levan to a draw -- a result that reflects the grit and growth of India's grassroots chess talent. Now in its 21st edition, the Delhi GM Open continues to draw global attention as Asia's largest classical-format open chess tournament. With over 2,500 participants from more than 20 countries, including 24 Grandmasters, and a record prize pool of Rs1.21 crore, the tournament stands as a premier stage for chess excellence and talent discovery. Organised under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation, the event remains a cornerstone of India's competitive chess calendar and a true celebration of the sport's growing appeal. (ANI)
