An ecstatic Arjun Erigaisi reflects on team spirit after Indian men’s and women’s team triumph at Chess Olympiad

The Indian chess team celebrated their double victory at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest by dancing to Queen's 'We Are The Champions.' Arjun Erigaisi was pivotal, winning nine games and drawing two. His performance helped India secure gold.

Arjun Erigaisi has had an impressive year, rising to World No. 4 after a victory in the French Team Chess Championship 2024. With the upcoming Chess Olympiad in Budapest and the Global Chess League in London,

From the small lanes of Advocate Colony in Hanamkonda, Warangal of Telangana, to a gold medal- winner in India’s maiden and historic triumph at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Arjun Erigaisi, 21,

India delivered a remarkable performance at the Fide Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing gold medals in both men's and women's events