India's chess GMs: 100 and counting – Why becoming a GM is now just a tiny step
With the celebration of 100 Grandmasters in India, Anuj Shrivatri stands as the newest star. While reaching the Grandmaster title is commendable, certain players manipulate rules to safeguard their ratings. Currently, only a few maintain an Elo rating above 2500, exposing the fierce competition. The ongoing scarcity of sponsorship and support for chess talents is a...
Key Takeaways
- With the celebration of 100 Grandmasters in India, Anuj Shrivatri stands as the newest star.
- While reaching the Grandmaster title is commendable, certain players manipulate rules to safeguard their ratings.
- Currently, only a few maintain an Elo rating above 2500, exposing the fierce competition.
With the celebration of 100 Grandmasters in India, Anuj Shrivatri stands as the newest star. While reaching the Grandmaster title is commendable, certain players manipulate rules to safeguard their ratings. Currently, only a few maintain an Elo rating above 2500, exposing the fierce competition. The ongoing scarcity of sponsorship and support for chess talents is a pressing issue, which contrasts sharply with better-resourced nations.
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This summary was curated from Times of India.