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Praggnanandhaa Secures Place in Grand Chess Tour 2026 Final Four

New Delhi, August 19, 2026; Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has confirmed his place in the four-player final of the 2026 Grand Chess Tour after a strong campaign across the elite chess circuit. Praggnanandhaa’s qualification was sealed with one round still remaining in the Sinquefield Cup. The Indian star has accumulated five points in the tournament, […]

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Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa’s Campaign Highlights Crucial Role of Seconds at Candidates Tournament

Paphos, April 7, 2026: The ongoing Candidates Chess tournament has once again brought attention to the often overlooked role of seconds, with players like R Praggnanandhaa relying heavily on their support teams for preparation at the highest level of competition. Seconds, usually strong chess players themselves, work behind the scenes to analyse positions, study openings, […]

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