'Proud Of Praggnanandhaa', PM Modi Praises Young GM For Runner-Up Finish In World Cup


(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed young Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa for his runner-up finish at the FIDE Chess World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Praggnanandhaa's sensational run at the prestigitournament came to an end after he lost to world No.1 MagCarlsen in the tie-break after the classical games in the final ended in a stalemate.

“We are proud of Praggnanandhaa for his remarkable performance at the FIDE World Cup! He showcased his exceptional skills and gave a tough fight to the formidable MagCarlsen in the finals,” PM Modi wrote on 'X', formerly Twitter.

“This is no small feat. Wishing him the very best for his upcoming tournaments.”

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