Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Viswanathan Anand Defeats Erigaisi in FIDE Rapid Championship
Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand won against Arjun Erigaisi at the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship.
Erigaisi was late, and Anand capitalized on this, winning the game quickly.
Anand, playing for Team Freedom, showed great skill, securing his third win in the tournament.
The match ended in a tie between Team Freedom and Team MGD1.
Anand shared that he was pleased with the result but described the game as chaotic at times.
Viswanathan Anand defeated Arjun Erigaisi in the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship.
Anand won in 31 moves after Erigaisi arrived late.
Anand played with Black for Team Freedom.
Anand achieved his third consecutive win in the tournament.
The match between Team Freedom and Team MGD1 ended in a draw.
- Who
- Viswanathan Anand and Arjun Erigaisi.
- What
- Viswanathan Anand won against Arjun Erigaisi at the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship.
- When
- The match occurred during the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship, from June 11th to 13th, 2025.
- Where
- FIDE World Rapid Team Championship.
- Why
- Anand showcased his skills and secured a win at the tournament.
Player Performance
Match Outcome
Match Dynamics
Player Performance
Anand demonstrated mastery and won the match.
Match Outcome
Erigaisi's late arrival may have impacted his performance.
- Winner
- Viswanathan Anand
- Opponent
- Arjun Erigaisi
- Tournament
- FIDE World Rapid Team Championship
- Moves
- 31
- Team
- Team Freedom
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