Pragna Nand Ramish Babu, an Indian chess player, has achieved remarkable feats, such as defeating world champion Dingl Ren and Magnus Carlson. GothamChess discusses his impressive record and upcoming participation in the candidates tournament.
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Key Takeaways:
- Pragna Nand Ramish Babu defeated world champion Dingl Ren twice with the black pieces.
- He has also defeated Magnus Carlson multiple times.
- Prag is currently the top-rated Indian chess player in the world.
- He will participate in the candidates tournament in 2024.
Impressive Victories Against World Champions
Pragna Nand Ramish Babu has proven his skill in chess by defeating world champion Dingl Ren not once, but twice. In the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament, Prag showcased his exceptional talent by beating Dingl Ren in round four, even though he was playing with the black pieces. This victory is reminiscent of his achievement in 2023 when he defeated Dingl Ren in the same tournament and round, also with the black pieces.
Conquering Magnus Carlson
Prag’s success doesn’t end with defeating Dingl Ren. He has also emerged victorious against Magnus Carlson, the former world champion, multiple times. With each win, Prag has proven his ability to compete at the highest level of chess and pose a challenge to renowned players.
The Top-Rated Indian Chess Player
Prag has now claimed the title of the top-rated Indian chess player in the world. His consistent victories against strong opponents have earned him this prestigious position. As a rising star in the chess world, Prag continues to make waves and garner attention with his exceptional gameplay.
The Road to the World Championship
Prag’s next challenge awaits him in the candidates tournament in 2024. If he emerges victorious in this tournament, he will earn the opportunity to compete for the world championship. With his impressive track record, there is speculation and anticipation surrounding Prag’s potential to become the world chess champion by the end of this year.
