R Praggnanandhaa beats World Champion Ding Liren, becomes top-ranked Indian chess player | Oneindia

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Witness the intense showdown as young chess sensation R. Praggnanandhaa secures a remarkable triumph against reigning world champion Ding Liren in the prestigious Tata Steel Masters 2024. Dive into the strategic brilliance and captivating moments that defined this historic clash on the chessboard.

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00:00 In a riveting clash at the Tata Steelmasters in Vijkanzi, Netherlands on Tuesday, January
00:10 16, Indian chess prodigy Ramesh Babu Pragnananda emerged victorious against world chess champion
00:17 Ding Liren.
00:18 Marking the inaugural Super Tournament of 2024, this match-up showcased a captivating
00:24 blend of youthful vigour and seasoned expertise across the 64 squares.
00:31 Entering the chess arena with undeniable confidence, Pragnanda, already a prominent figure in
00:37 the chess wheel, took charge from the outset playing with black.
00:41 In a surprising twist, Liren found himself grappling against Pragnanda's strategic
00:46 moves with the white pieces.
00:49 At a certain juncture, Pragnanda held a pawn advantage over its team's Chinese opponent,
00:55 seemingly securing the win.
00:57 However, Ding Liren, renowned for his masterful positioning and composed strategies, exhibited
01:04 formidable defensive skills through meticulous manoeuvres.
01:07 Nevertheless, in this encounter, the seasoned chess champion found himself truly tested
01:14 by the dynamic and relentless approach of the young Indian prodigy Pragnananda.
01:19 Interestingly, history accorded its narrative as this encounter marked a repeat of their
01:25 previous clash.
01:26 In the same tournament last year, in round 4, Ding had the white pieces, yet Pragnanda
01:31 emerged victorious in that game.
01:34 The echoes of their past duel added an intriguing layer to the unfolding chess drama in Vijkanzi.
01:40 This triumph not only secured Pragnanda's place in history, but also positioned him
01:45 as the second Indian player after the legendary Vishwanath Anand to conquer a reigning champion.
01:51 In a noteworthy ascent, Pragnanda surpassed Anand to claim the title of India's new
01:57 number one chess player based on live ratings.
02:01 The echoes of its success resonate as Pragnanda continues to make waves in the world of chess.
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