Goa Daily

The coastal state of Goa continues to host some of the most intense and high-stakes chess battles of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 , as India’s top minds take on global heavyweights. The tournament, now entering its Round 4 phase , has seen fierce competition, strategic brilliance, and remarkable resilience from the Indian contingent. Five Indians Still in Contention at the World Cup India began the tournament with 24 strong players, but only five have managed to survive the tough battles and move into Round 4 . These players are: R Praggnanandhaa Arjun Erigaisi Pentala Harikrishna Pranav Venkatesh Karthik Venkatraman Their presence at this stage underscores India’s growing dominance in the global chess scene. All five players displayed patience, precision, and composure as Game 1 of Round 4 concluded with well-fought draws across all boards. Tense Encounters and Tactical Brilliance Each match showcased world-class play and mental endurance. Arjun Erigaisi play...

The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 has entered the third round in Arpora, Goa, marking a major milestone in one of the most competitive editions of the tournament. What began with 206 players from around the world, including 24 Indian entrants, has now narrowed to 64 chess professionals fighting for progress in the global championship ladder. The continued presence of 10 Indian players in the main draw reflects the sharp rise in India’s international chess dominance. Goa, a state traditionally known for tourism and coastal culture, is now in global headlines as the host of a premier sporting event. The tournament has brought world-class grandmasters, international spectators, chess federations, and broadcast media to the state, solidifying Goa’s growing reputation as a destination for global sports. Strong Start for Indian Contingent Five Indian players advanced smoothly after securing 1.5–0.5 victories in their two-game classical matches. D. Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, Pentala Harikrishna, Dip...