Praggnanandhaa extends lead in FIDE Circuit Rankings, eyes World Championship clash with Gukesh

Praggnanandhaa extends lead in FIDE Circuit Rankings, eyes World Championship clash with Gukesh

Indian GM R Praggnanandhaa extended his lead in the 2025 FIDE Circuit leaderboard by 28 points after winning the Superbet Chess Classic Romania. With strong performances this year, he is emerging as a top contender to qualify for the Candidates Tournament and eventually earn a chance to challenge reigning world champion D Gukesh.

Praggnanandhaa is making his case stronger for Candidates spot. Image: PTI