4/23/2023 – Arjun Erigaisi won the rapid section of the Satty Zhuldyz tournament in Astana with a 9½/11 score. The youngster kicked off the day with a win over Vladimir Kramnik. He then he drew Levon Aronian, before finishing the rapid event with a victory over Kateryna Lagno. Aronian finished the rapid in second place with 8/11, while Alexander Grischuk was third with 7/11. The tournament is not over, as the final standings will be decided based on the cumulative score of the rapid and blitz events. | Photo: Aditya Sur Roy
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Arjun and Aronian remain unbeaten in rapid
Both Arjun Erigaisi and Levon Aronian remained undefeated in the rapid event. The highly anticipated encounter between them ended in a draw. Although Arjun had a substantial advantage, the tournament situation did not require him to push for a full point. They will face each other in the blitz event at least twice on Monday and Tuesday.
Apart from Vishy Anand, Arjun Erigaisi is the only other Indian who has a 2700+ rating in all three formats of the game.
Arjun Erigaisi is now ranked as world number 24 in the live ratings list for rapid chess | Source: 2700chess.com
First-ever encounter against Kramnik
Arjun Erigaisi had never faced the 14th world champion Vladimir Kramnik in a rated game before their encounter on Saturday. The tournament leader had all the momentum and form on his side. Starting his third consecutive day with a win would definitely set the tone before facing Levon Aronian in the penultimate round.
Arjun vs. Kramnik
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After drawing Levon Aronian in round 10, Arjun Erigaisi faced Kateryna Lagno, a former women’s world rapid champion, in the final round of the rapid event.
Arjun vs. Lagno
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Arjun Erigaisi defeated Kateryna Lagno to win the rapid event and gain a 1½-point lead heading into the blitz | Photo: Aditya Sur Roy
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Arjun Erigaisi signs autographs for the young fans | Photo: Aditya Sur Roy
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