Pune: India’s latest chess sensation and the world’s second youngest Grand Master Praggnanandhaa R. will be the star attraction at the prestigious World Youth Chess Championship to be held in Mumbai from October 1 to 13.
The 14-year-old from Chennai will lead a star-studded field, including six world champions across various age-groups.
On the girls’ side, Nagpur’s Divya Deshmukh will spearhead India’s challenge. The world’s best talent will be seen in three age-groups for boys and girls: U-14, U-16 and U-18.
Led by chess powerhouses Russia, USA, France, Italy and Azerbaijan, over 400 young players will be seen in action at Renaissance Hotel.