Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6: Recap And Full Results

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The Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6 delivered high drama. This chess event is India’s strongest classical chess tournament, featuring elite grandmasters battling it out over nine rounds. After five exciting rounds, the tension is palpable, with players battling for the top spot and a chance to win the big prize and qualify for future prestigious tournaments. So, check out the full results and recap of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6.

Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6 Recap

Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6 was a mix of intense fights and strategic draws. One of the highlights was the clash between GM Karthikeyan Murali and GM Ray Robson, which ended in a balanced draw after a solid fight on both sides. GM Nihal Sarin faced off against GM Jorden van Foreest but suffered a tough loss, with van Foreest managing a well-played victory. Similarly, GM V Pranav was defeated by GM Awonder Liang in a sharp battle.

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Another closely contested game was between tournament leaders, GM Vincent Keymer and GM Arjun Erigaisi, ending in a peaceful draw, although it did cause Arjun Erigaisi to slip down to world number 6 behind Gukesh D in live chess rankings. These two continue to impress with their strong, calculated play. The encounter between GM Anish Giri and GM Vidit Gujrathi also resulted in a draw, showing the evenly matched skills of these grandmasters. Overall, Chennai Grand Masters 2025 showcased both fierce battles and thoughtful compromises as the tournament nears its climax.

Full Results in Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6

Player 1 Result Player 2
GM Karthikeyan Murali ½-½ GM Ray Robson
GM Nihal Sarin 0-1 GM Jorden van Foreest
GM V Pranav 0-1 GM Awonder Liang
GM Vincent Keymer ½-½ GM Arjun Erigaisi
GM Anish Giri ½-½ GM Vidit Gujrathi

What’s Next?

After Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Round 6, the next round promises even more excitement, especially with some key matchups that can shake up the leaderboard. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if Vincent Keymer can maintain his lead or if challengers like Arjun Erigaisi and Jorden van Foreest will take the spotlight. With only a few rounds left, each player will have to bring their A-game to stay in contention for the top prize and valuable FIDE Circuit points.

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