Chennai grandmaster

Image Source: IANS

Gautam Adani Hails 'fearless' Praggnanandhaa After Historic Norway Chess Triumph

By IANS News June 06, 2026 • 08:34 AM View: 68

American GM Wesley So: Industrialist Gautam Adani led the tributes for Indian chess star R Praggnanandhaa after the 20-year-old scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title.

Taking to X after Praggnanandhaa's remarkable triumph in Oslo, Adani praised the Chennai Grandmaster's achievement and the manner in which he has emerged as one of the brightest faces of Indian sport.

"Congratulations to Praggnanandhaa on becoming the first Indian to win the Norway Chess tournament - one of the ultimate tests of endurance, intellect and temperament in the world of chess. To defeat the world's absolute best on one of chess's grandest stages is a remarkable feat. But what makes it even more special is the spirit with which Pragg plays. Fearless - Focused - Deeply Indian. @rpraggnachess, you represent the confidence of a rising, youthful India. The entire nation is incredibly proud of you, Pragg."

Related Cricket News on Chennai grandmaster

'It's A New Month, You'll Play Well': Pragg Recalls Mother's Prediction After Norway Chess Title

German Vincent Keymer: After becoming the first Indian to lift the Norway Chess trophy R Praggnanandhaa revealed that his mother's advice just before the latter half of the tournament turned ...

By IANS News

3 hours ago