Indians struck back in style in Round 7 as D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa delivered crucial victories while Divya Deshmukh bounced back from her previous-round setback to beat compatriot Koneru Humpy.

Round six of Norway Chess produced another dramatic day of chess with all three games in the tournament ending decisively.

A day after turning 20, D Gukesh rediscovered both his spark and his smile, defeating compatriot R Praggnanandhaa in a gripping classical battle to pocket three full points and reignite his campaign in Norway Chess.

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa played out a draw against Matthias Bluebaum of Germany in the fourth round in the open section of the FIDE Candidates Tournament on Wednesday.

Indian Grandmaster and World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh will make her debut at Norway Chess Women later this year, becoming the youngest player to compete in the women's tournament since its launch in 2024.

In 2025, many young Indian athletes left their mark on the global stage and changed the narrative of Indian sports.

Divya Deshmukh not only became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women's World Cup, she also instantly secured the prestigious Grandmaster title.

"Vishy's children are on the loose" is a famous quote by chess legend Garry Kasparov, referring to the incredible rise of young Indian chess prodigies.

CJI Bhushan Gavai on Saturday visited newly-crowned FIDE Chess World Cup champion Divya Deshmukh at her residence to congratulate her on her remarkable achievement.

FIDE Women's World Cup gold medallist Divya Deshmukh believes her run at the tournament was a 'test of resilience'.