Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Gukesh Withdraws from Tata Steel Chess India
A famous chess player named D Gukesh had to leave a big chess tournament in Kolkata, India.
The organizers said he left because of personal reasons.
Another good chess player, Nihal Sarin, will play in his place.
Many people were excited to see Gukesh play in Kolkata for the first time as a world champion.
Other famous chess players like Arjun Erigaisi and Viswanathan Anand will also be playing in the tournament.
The event is special because it gives the same prize money to both men and women.
D Gukesh withdrew from the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz tournament due to personal reasons.
Nihal Sarin will replace Gukesh in the event.
The tournament features top chess players like Arjun Erigaisi, Viswanathan Anand, and R. Praggnanandhaa.
The event is scheduled to be held in Kolkata from January 7 to 11.
The tournament offers equal prize money for both men and women.
- Who
- D Gukesh, Nihal Sarin, Arjun Erigaisi, Viswanathan Anand, R. Praggnanandhaa
- What
- Withdrawal of Gukesh from Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz tournament
- When
- January 7-11
- Where
- Kolkata
- Why
- Personal reasons (as stated by organizers)
- Event
- Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz
- Date
- January 7-11
- Location
- Kolkata
- Replacement Player
- Nihal Sarin
- Main Attractions
- Arjun Erigaisi, Viswanathan Anand, R. Praggnanandhaa
- Prize Money
- Equal for men and women
- Sister Event
- Tata Steel Masters, Netherlands