Nihal Sarin Holds D Gukesh to a Draw

Nihal Sarin holds D Gukesh to a draw

In Round 1 of the Chennai Grand Masters, D Gukesh drew with Nihal Sarin, while Alireza Firouzja won against Pranesh M for an early lead.

Chennai Grand Masters: Gukesh held to a draw by Nihal Sarin in opening game

Alireza Firouzja the only player to enjoy a win, beating Pranesh M

Chennai Grand Masters 2026: Firouzja takes sole lead, Gukesh draws with Nihal on homecoming

Alireza Firouzja emerged as the sole leader after the opening round of the Chennai Grand Masters 2026, while D. Gukesh’s homecoming as world champion ended in a draw with Nihal Sarin.

Chennai Grand Masters 2026: Frenchman Firouzja Begins Campaign With Over Pranesh On Cricketnmore

French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja: French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja registered the sole win of the opening day against Indian GM M Pranesh in the fourth edition of the Chennai Grand Masters 2026, India’s most prestigious classical chess tournament, at the Westin