Adhiban, Arjun and Gukesh set for Champions Tour debut
The Hindu
For the first time, three Indians will be part of the 16-player field that is likely to be headed by Tour leader and World champion Magnus Carlsen.
B. Adhiban, Arjun Erigaisi and D. Gukesh are set to make their debut in the $1.5 million Meltwaters Champions Chess Tour when the seventh leg of the season begins on June 26. Gukesh, the second youngest Grandmaster in history, will also become the youngest player on the Tour by replacing R. Praggnanandhaa for the honour. Praggnanandhaa was the youngest participant when he played the New in Chess Classic in April. For the first time, three Indians will be part of the 16-player field that is likely to be headed by Tour leader and World champion Magnus Carlsen.More Related News