Why are top Indian GMs struggling at Freestyle Chess?

Indian chess fans face disappointment as their grandmasters struggle in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam. Despite Arjun Erigaisi’s quarterfinal appearance, Gukesh Dommaraju, Vidit Gujrathi, and Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa failed to advance. Coach Srinath Narayanan believes it’s too early to judge, citing the high level of competition and the need for adaptation to the format.

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