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Anish Giri's witty remark on Praggnanandhaa becoming the World No.1 junior highlights the rise of young chess talents. Praggnanandhaa's UzChess Cup Masters 2025 victory, propelling him to World No.4 and India's top player, showcases his dominance. His dramatic win, praised by Viswanathan Anand, underscores his impressive character and solidifies his position as a leading force in chess.

In a public plea, Armenian chess grandmaster Levon Aronian has urged Vladimir Kramnik, a former World Champion, to reconcile amidst a defamation lawsuit. Aronian's letter, shared on social media, expresses deep respect for Kramnik, acknowledging his significant influence. This follows Kramnik's lawsuit against Chessdom, GM David Navara, and others, stemming from disputes over alleged online cheating.

D Gukesh triumphed in the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament's rapid section in Zagreb, highlighted by a victory against World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. After an initial loss, Gukesh demonstrated resilience with five consecutive wins, securing his lead. He concluded the rapid section with a win against Wesley So and aims to maintain his form in the upcoming blitz format.