Chessable masters

India Chess Federation: The All-India Chess Federation (AICF) president Dr. Sanjay Kapoor has spoken to Ramessbabu Praggnanandhaa ahead of his FIDE World Cup 2023 final clash with World No.1 Magnus Carlsen in Baku and conveyed to him that he not only carries into the final his exceptional skills but also the hopes and aspirations of hopes and dreams of an entire nation.

The 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa defeated American World No.3 Fabiano Caruana in tie-breaks in the semifinal to set up a summit clash with the five-time World Champion from Norway.