12. Abhijeet Gupta
Standard 2625
Rapid 2543
Blitz 2528
Grand Master
Achievements
- Winner of the Commonwealth Chess Championship five times
- World Junior Chess Championship winner in 2008
- Winner of the Dubai Open Chess Championship in 2011
- Recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2013
Bio
Abhijeet Gupta, born on 16 October 1989, is an Indian chess prodigy. With a passion for chess from a young age, Gupta’s remarkable career includes winning the Commonwealth Chess Championship five times. He combines strategic brilliance with a strong educational background, making him a respected figure in the chess community.
Leon Luke Mendonca, born on 13 March 2006, is a young and promising chess player from India. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19 lockdowns, Mendonca showcased his talent and dedication, becoming the sixty-seventh Indian Grandmaster in January 2021. His remarkable achievement at a tender age is an inspiration to aspiring chess players.
13. Raunak Sadhwani
Standard 2624
Rapid 2570
Blitz 2669
Grand Master
Achievements
- One of the youngest Grandmasters in India
- U-12 World Youth Chess Champion in 2011 (Brazil).
- Crowned Indian Champion in 2015.
- Winner of multiple gold, silver, and bronze medals in prestigious tournaments.
Bio
Meet Raunak Sadhwani, a rising star in Indian chess, who embraced the prestigious Grandmaster title at the remarkable age of 13. Despite his youth, Raunak has already left an indelible mark, securing a bronze medal with the Indian team at the FIDE Olympiad. With his extraordinary talent and unwavering focus, Raunak’s chess journey promises to captivate the world.
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