At just 16, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa from Chennai achieves a historic victory, becoming the youngest to defeat five-time world chess champion Magnus Carlsen.
Praggnanandhaa's triumph took place in the Airthings Masters rapid chess tournament on February 21, marking a significant milestone in the world of chess.
Renowned figures including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, cricketer R Ashwin, and Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin express their congratulations on social media, acknowledging the prodigious talent.
Praggnanandhaa, who earned the title of the youngest international master at the age of 10, adds another remarkable achievement to his list.
Tendulkar praises the young chess sensation's magical win, emphasizing the uniqueness of defeating Carlsen while playing with the black pieces.
Indian chess champions like Vishwanathan Anand and Pentala Harikrishna have previously beaten Carlsen, but Praggnanandhaa stands out as the youngest to achieve this feat.
Prime Minister Modi joins in celebrating the success of the young genius, expressing pride in Praggnanandhaa's accomplishment.
The global chess community recognizes the significance of Praggnanandhaa's victory, heralding a new era with this young talent challenging the established norms.
R Ashwin and MK Stalin, among others, join the chorus of praises, highlighting the impact of Praggnanandhaa's win on India's chess legacy.
Praggnanandhaa's story resonates far beyond the chessboard, inspiring young minds and setting the stage for a promising future in the world of chess.