Pranesh M became India’s 79th Grandmaster

Rilton Cup, the first tournament of the FIDE Circuit: Pranesh M, who had already passed his three norms before this occasion, was now the 79th Grandmaster of India. IM Pranesh M emerged as the winner of the Rilton Cup, the first tournament of the FIDE Circuit. The 16-year-old Indian player, who was seeded 22nd, dominated the competition in Stockholm, winning eight games and finishing one point ahead of GM Nikita Meshkovs and IM Kaan Kucuksari of Sweden (Latvia).

January 2023 Current Affairs Quiz

The 2022/2023 Rilton Cup, the strongest open tournament in Sweden, ran from December 27 to January 5 and brought together 136 players representing 29 national federations. As a result of his victory, Pranesh M. has taken the early lead in the FIDE Circuit with 6.8 circuit points. For the 2024 FIDE Candidates, the person with the most points at the conclusion of the year is eligible.