Praggnanandhaa`s victory over Wesley So leads him in the Superbet Chess Classic, while Gukesh and Muzychuk shine in their respective events.

Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu has emerged as the sole leader in the Superbet Chess Classic after a stunning victory over Wesley So, showcasing his prowess with the Black pieces in a well-executed Benko Gambit. This win places him in a strong position heading into the final round, raising expectations for his performance.

In round eight, Gukesh Dommaraju also made headlines by defeating Levon Aronian, capitalizing on a questionable move from his opponent. This victory adds to the excitement surrounding the young Indian chess talents.

On the women`s side, GM Anna Muzychuk claimed the 2025 Grosslobming FIDE Women’s Grand Prix title on tiebreaks against GM Zhu Jiner, although she expressed bittersweet feelings about her win. Meanwhile, GM Tan Zhongyi rebounded from a previous world championship setback, starting the Grand Prix with a remarkable 96-move victory that significantly impacted Zhu Jiner`s chances in the series.

Aravindh Chithambaram secured the Prague Chess Masters 2025 title, while India`s Pranav Venkatesh triumphed at the World Junior Chess Championship. In the Superbet Chess Classic Romania 2025, GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave joined the three-way tie for first place alongside GMs Fabiano Caruana and Praggnanandhaa after round four, intensifying the competition.

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