Archive · 16 Jun 2025
India's Chess Supremacy: Veterans Acknowledge Rising Talent
India's chess players are getting really good, super fast!
At a recent big chess tournament in Delhi, Indian players showed they're now top competitors, even beating older, experienced players.
One Indian player, Abhijeet Gupta, won the tournament.
Many players from around the world came to play, and even a veteran chess player from Bangladesh said Indian players are now much better than before.
This tournament showed how strong India is in chess.
India's chess dominance is recognized by veterans after the Delhi International Open.
The tournament hosted over 350 players, including Grandmasters and rising Indian talents.
Indian Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta won the Delhi GM Open, securing his fourth title.
The event had a record prize pool of 1.21 crore and welcomed players from 20+ countries.
Veterans from other countries acknowledged the rapid improvement of Indian players.
- Who
- Indian chess players, along with Grandmasters and International Masters from around the world.
- What
- The Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament and India's rise in chess.
- When
- The Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament was held from June 7–14.
- Where
- The tournament was held in Delhi, India.
- Why
- To compete in the Delhi International Open, showcasing India's dominance in chess and providing a platform for elite and emerging chess players.
Prior Skill Level
Current Skill Level
Skill Level Change
Prior Skill Level
Indian players were not considered strong
Current Skill Level
Indian players are now extremely strong and a dominant force
- Tournament Name
- Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament
- Location
- Delhi, India
- Winner
- Abhijeet Gupta
- Prize Pool
- 1.21 crore
- Participants
- 350+ players, including 24 Grandmasters from 20+ countries