Extraordinary Feat of Indian Chess Players at the Chess Olympiad
India won double gold at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, a rare achievement only matched by two other countries in history.
The Indian women's team started as the first seed, while the men's team was second, showcasing their strong positions in the tournament.
The men's team performed exceptionally well, finishing four points ahead of the second-place United States.
Young players from India's golden generation led both teams, indicating a bright future for Indian chess.
Individual gold medals were also won by young players D. Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, Divya Deshmukh, and Vantika Agrawal.
Need for Promoting Chess Among Girls and Strengthening the Women's Bench
India's depth in women's chess is not as strong as in men's, with fewer promising female players at the competitive level.
The success of the women's team at the Olympiad should be leveraged to encourage more girls to take up chess.
There is a need for more elite chess tournaments in India to attract top players and provide better competition.
High-profile players, including Viswanathan Anand, have had limited opportunities to compete in India, highlighting a gap in quality events.
Increased support from the government and corporate sponsors is crucial to elevate the standard of chess in India, particularly for women
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