D. Gukesh wins La Roda International Open chess title

Young Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh emerged victorious in the 48th La Roda International Open Chess tournament here, scoring eight points from nine rounds.

Gukesh defeated Israel’s Victor Mikhalevski in the ninth and final round to finish at the top with eight points. Armenia’s Haik Martirosyan finished runner-up with 7.5 points, while R. Praggnanandhaa secured 7 points to acquire third spot.