27 January 2025

R Praggnanandhaa Draws With D Gukesh In Tata Steel Chess Tournament

By Redoy K

Indian Grandmasters Praggnanadhaa and Gukesh played to a draw in the eighth round of Tata Steel Masters in Netherlands. Playing with white pieces, Praggnanadhaa faced Gukesh’s Berlin defense. Despite a pawn sacrifice by Gukesh, the game ended in a draw after 33 moves. Both players likely maintain their joint lead with 5.5 points. Other Indian players Harikrishna, Arjun Erigaisi, and Leon Luke Mendonca also drew their respective games.READ FULL