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Praggnanandhaa aims for victory at the Prague Masters, while Gukesh leads the Chess World Championship against Ding Liren.

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa emerges as the frontrunner at the Prague Masters, a prestigious tournament that has chess enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation. Following his electrifying victory at the Tata Steel Masters, where he outmaneuvered world champion D Gukesh in a nail-biting tiebreak, Praggnanandhaa is determined to carry that momentum into this new challenge.

The Prague Masters, featuring a competitive lineup, sees Chinese Grandmaster Wei Yi as the top seed, with Praggnanandhaa ranked second. The tournament pits 10 elite players against each other in a grueling 9-round all-play-all format, promising intense clashes and strategic brilliance. Among the competitors is Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram, making his debut in elite chess and currently ranked fifth in India, adding another layer of excitement to the event.

In parallel, Gukesh D is making headlines in the ongoing Chess World Championship, having taken a 6-5 lead against Ding Liren after a hard-fought victory in game 11. This win, breaking a streak of seven consecutive draws, places Gukesh in a commanding position, with only three games left to play. The tension is palpable as both players navigate the complexities of time pressure and critical moves, showcasing the fierce competition that defines elite chess.

chess and chess championship are at the forefront of this thrilling narrative.

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