Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi stunned World Champion Magnus Carlsen at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships. Erigaisi capitalized on a late blunder by Carlsen to secure a crucial victory for Team MGD1. This win highlights the rising prowess of India’s young chess talents, with Arjun joining the ranks of players challenging the world’s best. Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi stunned World Champion Magnus Carlsen at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships. Erigaisi capitalized on a late blunder by Carlsen to secure a crucial victory for Team MGD1. This win highlights the rising prowess of India’s young chess talents, with Arjun joining the ranks of players challenging the world’s best.
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