Challenger to champion: How R Praggnanandhaa learnt to play for victory, not just experience

Challenger to champion: How R Praggnanandhaa learnt to play for victory, not just experience

R Praggnanandhaa emerged as India’s leading chess prodigy in 2023 but had a subdued 2024 as world champion D Gukesh took the spotlight. In 2025, however, he’s back in form. In an exclusive chat, Praggnanandhaa explains the changes he made to achieve consistent success.

R Paggnanandhaa is currently ranked seventh in the world, just two spots behind world champion D Gukesh.