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The achievement highlights a significant milestone in Indian chess on the global stage, achieved by Arjun Erigaisi. Finishing third with an impressive score of 9.5 out of 13 points, Arjun Erigaisi delivered a consistent and high-quality performance throughout the championship. A crucial victory in the final round allowed him to edge past strong competitors such as Hans Niemann and Leinier Dominguez on tiebreaks. This result marked India’s first male podium finish at the World Rapid Chess Championship since Viswanathan Anand, underscoring Arjun Erigaisi’s rise as a leading figure in international chess.