Ganges Grandmasters defeat Mumba Masters

London Led by Viswanathan Anand, Ganges Grandmasters outclassed Mumba Masters 12-4 on the final day of the Global Chess League, avoiding a last-place finish as the tournament heads into the finals. Maxime Vachier-Lagrave faced off against Anand on the icon...

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Updated At : 10:18 AM Oct 12, 2024 IST

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London

Led by Viswanathan Anand, Ganges Grandmasters outclassed Mumba Masters 12-4 on the final day of the Global Chess League, avoiding a last-place finish as the tournament heads into the finals. Maxime Vachier-Lagrave faced off against Anand on the icon board. In battle that spanned 71 moves, the two players fought until only their kings remained, ultimately agreeing to a draw.

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