“This is no small feat”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated as he led the nation in hailing younger Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa’s runner-up end on the FIDE Chess World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan on Thursday.
Praggnanandhaa’s sensational run on the prestigious match got here to an finish after he misplaced to world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen within the tie-break after the classical video games within the closing resulted in a stalemate.
“We are proud of Praggnanandhaa for his remarkable performance at the FIDE World Cup! He showcased his exceptional skills and gave a tough fight to the formidable Magnus Carlsen in the finals,” PM Modi wrote on ‘X’, previously Twitter.
We are pleased with Praggnanandhaa for his exceptional efficiency on the FIDE World Cup! He showcased his distinctive abilities and gave a tricky battle to the formidable Magnus Carlsen within the finals. This isn’t any small feat. Wishing him the easiest for his upcoming tournaments. pic.twitter.com/KXYcFRGYTO
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 24, 2023
“This is no small feat. Wishing him the very best for his upcoming tournaments.” President of India Droupadi Murmu additionally credited Praggnanandhaa for displaying the “highest level of excellence”.
“Eighteen-year-old Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa has won the heart of every Indian by reaching the final and becoming the runner-up in FIDE’s World Cup Final. He displayed highest level of excellence while facing one of the all-time greats of the game,” she wrote on the social media platform.
Eighteen-year-old Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa has received the guts of each Indian by reaching the ultimate and changing into the runner-up in FIDE’s World Cup Final. He displayed highest degree of excellence whereas dealing with one of many all-times greats of the sport. I convey my…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 24, 2023
“I convey my heartiest congratulations to him for this phenomenal efficiency. He has made the nation proud.
“His mother Mrs. Nagalaxmi, the Velammal School and all his mentors and coaches deserve special mention for contributing to his exceptional journey amid challenges and hardships. I wish Praggnanandhaa greater glory in the future.” The two classical video games on Tuesday and Wednesday between the Indian and Carlsen had resulted in attracts, forcing the ultimate to a tie-break.
Carlsen on Thursday overcame a stiff problem from his 18-year-old Indian opponent within the first tie-break recreation, profitable it in 45 strikes. The second 25+10 tie-break recreation then resulted in a attract 22 strikes.
Former Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore lauded the younger Indian for giving his finest.
“You either win, or you learn. You gave your best and won the hearts of over 140 crore Indians, @rpragchess! That’s all that matters.” “Congratulations to the World Champion Magnus Carlsen!” added the Athens Olympic silver medallist shooter.
Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar additionally took to social media to congratulate Praggnanandhaa for his feat.
Congratulations on an unimaginable match, @rpragchess!
Keep chasing your desires and making India proud. ♟️🇮🇳 #FIDEWorldCup
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 24, 2023
“Congratulations on an incredible tournament, @rpragchess! Keep chasing your dreams and making India proud.” Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, a former chess participant himself, wrote: “Hold your head high Praggnanandhaa. The whole nation is proud of you.” Indian Premier League franchise Kolkata Knight Riders additionally despatched out its needs for the 18-year-old Indian.
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“Runner-up in the #FIDEWorldCup2023 at the age of 18! The future is yours, Praggnanandhaa!” Indian actor Hrithik Roshan additionally admired his resilience.
“Triumph is not limited to the final result. For me, you are a true CHAMPION!,” he wrote.
“Congratulations @rpragchess for being in top form throughout the #FIDEWorldCupFinal. More power to you, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa!”.
