Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi stunned World Champion Magnus Carlsen at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships. Erigaisi capitalized on a late blunder by Carlsen to secure a crucial victory for Team MGD1. This win highlights the rising prowess of India’s young chess talents, with Arjun joining the ranks of players challenging the world’s best.
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Magnus Carlsen suffers another Indian setback as Arjun Erigaisi stuns world No. 1
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- June 18, 2026
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