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Aronyak Ghosh Becomes India’s 95th Grandmaster After Long Wait

FloatChess News | April 2026

Indian chess celebrates another milestone as Aronyak Ghosh officially became India’s 95th Grandmaster. The talented Kolkata player secured his final GM norm at the Bangkok Chess Club Open, finishing tied for first place with an impressive 7/9 score.

This achievement comes four years after his first GM norm, making it a journey of patience, consistency, and determination.

Aronyak has long been known in Indian chess circles as one of the strongest International Masters in the country. With a rating around 2555, many believed Grandmaster status was only a matter of time.

The 22-year-old is also known for his creative style and surprise openings, often choosing unusual ideas over predictable play. His fearless approach has made him one of the most exciting Indian players to watch.

Earlier in 2026, Aronyak also won the National Rapid Championship, scoring 9.5/11 unbeaten, showing excellent form throughout the year.

His chess journey was strongly supported by his family. Reports have highlighted the sacrifices made to help him continue pursuing chess at the highest level.

With this result, India now has 95 Grandmasters, showing the country’s growing strength in world chess.

Congratulations to Aronyak Ghosh on this historic achievement.

Source: FloatChess News Desk

Javokhir Sindarov

Sindarov Hits Record 10/14, Sets Up 2026 Title Clash with Gukesh

April 2026 Update

Javokhir Sindarov won the 2026 Candidates Tournament with a record 10/14, the highest score in the modern format. He sealed the result with a final-round draw against Wei Yi.

This performance surpasses previous top Candidates runs and confirms Sindarov as the leading challenger of the new generation.

He will now face World Champion Gukesh in the 2026 World Championship, setting up a decisive clash between two of the youngest elite players at the top level.

Sindarov’s result stands as the defining outcome of the 2026 Candidates.

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