D Gukesh Emerges Victorious in Rapid Section of Zagreb Grand Chess Tour 2025
World Champion D Gukesh clinched the rapid title at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament in Zagreb, Croatia. The 19-year-old Indian grandmaster displayed exceptional skills, resilience, and consistency, securing 14 out of 18 points. Despite a shaky start, Gukesh rallied with impressive wins, including a notable victory over Magnus Carlsen. The tournament showcased his strategic prowess and determination.
World Champion D Gukesh won the rapid section of the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament in Zagreb, Croatia. The 19-year-old Indian grandmaster scored 14 out of 18 points, showcasing sharp preparation, mental resilience, and consistent performance across the three-day event, part of the 2025 Grand Chess Tour.
Gukesh had a shaky start but bounced back with five consecutive wins, including a victory over World No.1 Magnus Carlsen. He maintained the top position on the leaderboard until the end, defeating American Grandmaster Wesley So in the final round.
In the final leg of the rapid segment, Gukesh had a draw against Anish Giri and a grueling 87-move draw against Croatian player Ivan Saric. Jan-Krzysztof Duda finished second, while Carlsen's chances were dented with a draw in the following round.
Fellow Indian R. Praggnanandhaa won one game and drew seven matches, finishing with nine points. The blitz section begins Saturday, and the overall winner of the Zagreb leg of the Grand Chess Tour will be determined by combined results from the rapid and blitz formats.
According to the source: financialexpress.com.
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