Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi grew to become the fourth Indian to stun Norwegian chess wizard Magnus Carlsen, in a Pro Chess League on-line match. Playing for staff Indian Yogis, Gujrathi capitalised on a mistake dedicated by world primary Carlsen, who missed a checkmate late on Tuesday. Carlsen was taking part in for Canada Chessbrahs within the Pro Chess League, an internet event for groups from all around the world. The occasion options 16 groups taking part in speedy video games and has a USD 150,000 prize fund. This was Carlsen’s maiden victory over the reigning world champion.

Significantly, Gujrathi gained the match with black items as he exploited a tactical oversight from his well-known opponent.

The 28-year-old Gujrathi thus joined the likes of fellow Indian GMs R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi to defeat Carlsen. The trio had earlier pulled off wins over the Norwegian celebrity in varied occasions final yr.

“It is an amazing feeling to defeat the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) of chess and I couldn’t have asked for a better moment,” Gujrathi stated.

In the Pro Chess League match, the Indian staff led by Gujrathi and comprising Vaishali, Raunak and Aronyak gained towards Carslen, Aryan Tari, Razvan Preotu and Jennifer Yu to enter the ultimate spherical with deficit of only one level.

As per the format, the staff that scores 8.5 first wins the sport. And the Yogis merely turned the tables by successful on all of the 4 board with Gujrathi main the pack on the highest board.

“Striking victory at the crucial moment and the team winning on all four boards even makes it more special. I’ve come very close on a few occasions to edge over Magnus (Carlsen) but couldn’t capitalise on it,” Gujrathi stated.

“Glad that I’ve finally done it. Credit to all the players, team and our coach R B Ramesh. After yesterday’s amazing performance, everyone’s mood in the team is very high, and hopefully, we make it big this time.” PTI SS SSC SSC AH AH

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