The 2023 World Cup Final will feature the youngest chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa takes on Carlsen

The 2023 Chess World Cup Final commenced with an electrifying draw as India’s budding chess sensation Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa faced off against the globally acclaimed Magnus Carlsen. The match was a captivating display of skill and ended in a tie after 35 moves. Praggnanandhaa vs Carlsen: A Battle of Minds Known by the moniker “Pragg,” the Indian teenage talent initiated the game with the white pieces, initially displaying strength but later encountering a tricky situation. Despite time constraints, the match concluded in a draw, setting the stage for Game 2. Praggnanandhaa’s journey to the final has been remarkable, as he stunned observers by defeating the World No 3, Fabiano Caruana, in the semifinals. He has also secured a place as the third youngest player to qualify for the Candidates tournament, following the footsteps of legends Bobby Fischer and Carlsen.

Carlsen faced challenges in Baku, the final’s venue, as he revealed that he had battled food poisoning a couple of days prior to the game. Nonetheless, the World No 1 stood his ground against the young challenger. Battle for the Third Spot In another gripping contest of the day, Azerbaijan’s Nijat Abasov triumphed over Caruana, seizing the lead in the race for third place.

Introducing R Praggnanandhaa The young Indian chess sensation hails from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and was introduced to chess through his older sister, Vaishali, a grandmaster herself. Pragg embarked on his chess journey at the tender age of 6, rapidly climbing the ranks. He secured medals in the under-7 Indian championships and the World Youth Chess Championships for under-8s and under-10s. By the age of just over 10, Pragg etched his name in history by becoming the youngest international chess master ever. He acknowledges the Bloom Chess Academy for nurturing his skills, serving as an inspiration for aspiring chess players worldwide.

The 2023 Chess World Cup has set off with a riveting draw between Praggnanandhaa and Carlsen. As the final continues, global enthusiasts are watching with bated breath to witness if the Indian teenage prodigy can overcome the reigning champion. With more thrilling matches to unfold, the world of chess is poised for an exhilarating culmination to this prestigious tournament.