India name Chess Olympiad squads as Gukesh, Pragg, Vaishali lead title defence
India has announced its squads for the Chess Olympiad, with Gukesh, Pragg, and Vaishali leading the title defense. The teams will compete in the upcoming tournament, aiming to retain their title. The selection of the squads is a crucial step in India's preparation for the Chess Olympiad.
- ▪Gukesh, Pragg, and Vaishali will lead India's title defense in the Chess Olympiad.
- ▪The Indian teams will compete against other top chess-playing nations in the tournament.
- ▪The Chess Olympiad is a major international chess tournament held periodically.
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- ▪ Gukesh, Pragg headline as India announce team for 2026 Chess Olympiad — The Indian Express
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