Vishy Anand Wins 10th Leon Masters Title - Chess.com
Jun 30, 2024 · Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand has won his 10th Leon Masters title after defeating GM Jaime Santos 3-1 in the final match. The 54-year-old Anand took over to win the last two games after a shaky start and has now won the event in northwest Spain in 1996, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2011, 2016, and 2024.
Magnus Carlsen on Viswanathan Anand: ‘For all his good …
6 days ago · Magnus Carlsen has taken a fresh jibe at Deputy president of chess’ global governing body, Viswanathan Anand, saying the Indian is not fit for his job.
Anand on his record-breaking 10th victory at the Leon Masters
Jul 12, 2024 · On June 30, 2024, Viswanathan Anand won his 10th Leon Masters title by beating GM Jaime Santos Latasa 3-1 in the final match. Anand struggled in the initial games of the Semi-finals against Topalov but soon got into the groove that he is so well-known for.
Why Viswanathan Anand is Godfather to India's golden …
2 days ago · On a sunny morning earlier this month, the who’s who of Indian chess gathered at the Chennai residence of Viswanathan Anand. There were so many grandmasters and other titled players in attendance — Sandipan Chanda, Sasikiran, RB Ramesh, Srinath Narayanan, Adhiban, Gukesh , Praggnanandhaa, Vaishali, Vidit Gujrathi, to just name a handful ...
Viswanathan Anand - Wikipedia
Viswanathan "Vishy" Anand (born 11 December 1969) is an Indian chess grandmaster. Anand is a five-time World Chess Champion, [2] a two-time World Rapid Chess Champion and a two-time Chess World Cup Champion. [3] He became the first grandmaster from India in 1988, and he has the eighth-highest peak FIDE rating of all time. [4]
Leon Masters Day 1: Anand Beats Topalov As He Hunts 10th Title
Jun 29, 2024 · 15th World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand defeated one of his great rivals GM Veselin Topalov 2.5-1.5 on Friday to reach the Final of the 2024 Leon Masters.
Carlsen Wins Climactic Clash vs. Anand, Leads Team To Top
Jun 28, 2023 · In a highly-anticipated rematch, GM Magnus Carlsen defeated GM Viswanathan Anand, leading the SG Alpine Warriors to an epic comeback victory and the top of the standings on day seven of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2023.
Viswanathan Anand: Latest News, Videos and Photos of Viswanathan Anand …
Dec 13, 2024 · Viswanathan "Vishy" Anand is an Indian chess Grandmaster and a former World Chess Champion. Anand became India's first grandmaster in 1988. He held the FIDE World Chess Championship from 2000 to 2002. He became the undisputed World Champion in 2007 and defended his title against Vladimir Kramnik in 2008.
Chess Olympiad: The Viswanathan Anand effect that's shaping a …
Sep 23, 2024 · India clinched gold medals in both men's and women's categories at the 45th Chess Olympiad held in Budapest. Key players trained at Viswanathan Anand's Westbridge Anand Chess Academy were instrumental in this success. This historic win underscores India's rising stature in global chess competitions. Viswanathan Anand.
Viswanathan Anand: If future of chess had a face, it would …
Dec 12, 2024 · Viswanathan Anand: If future of chess had a face, it would probably look a lot like Gukesh D. Gukesh’s win in the 14th round caught me by surprise — mostly because of its suddenness. I think...