On March 7, 2025, Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram secured victory at the 2025 Prague Chess Festival Masters, finishing with an undefeated score of 6 out of 9. His impressive performance placed him ahead of elite players such as Anish Giri and R Praggnanandhaa.
Tournament Highlights
Throughout the tournament, Aravindh showcased exceptional skill, claiming crucial wins over Vincent Keymer, Wei Yi, and Anish Giri. His performance rating soared to 2829, earning him 12 Elo points and pushing him up to 14th in the live world rankings.
Back-to-Back Victories
This marks his second major triumph in a row, following his victory at the Chennai Grand Masters in November 2024. His consistency at the highest level is cementing his status as one of the world's top chess players.
The Final Round
In the final round, Aravindh secured a draw against Turkey's Ediz Gurel, ensuring his place at the top of the standings. Anish Giri's win over Praggnanandhaa prevented a tie for first, leaving Giri and Wei Yi to share second place with 5 points each.
Rising Confidence
Aravindh's rise in the chess world has been fueled by growing confidence and self-belief, according to his coach. With this victory, he is expected to receive more invitations to elite tournaments, further advancing his career.
India's Chess Dominance
Indian chess continues to make waves globally, and Aravindh's success is yet another testament to the country's deep talent pool. His journey is one to watch as he continues to climb the ranks of the sport.
