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Pranesh wins Chola Chess Open as young talents make their mark

11/9/2026 – Pranesh M won the inaugural Chola Chess Open in Chennai, scoring 7/9 points after finishing with two consecutive victories. The Indian grandmaster ended half a point ahead of five players, including runner-up S. L. Narayanan. The tournament also saw 16-year-old Viresh Sharnarthi earn his second GM norm in ten days, while 11-year-old Sarbartho Mani secured his first IM norm. Nine title norms were achieved in total. | Photo: Devansh Singh

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