D Gukesh (PTI file photo)
NEW DELHI: India made history on Sunday, securing its first-ever gold medal at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest.
The team achieved historic win after D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi won their respective matches against Slovenia in the 11th round.
Grandmaster and World Championship contender D Gukesh defeated Vladimir Fedoseev, while Arjun Erigaisi overcame Jan Subelj in their crucial matches.
The Indians only needed a draw in the 11th round to claim the gold, ensuring their win even if they lose the remaining two games.
The team achieved historic win after D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi won their respective matches against Slovenia in the 11th round.
Grandmaster and World Championship contender D Gukesh defeated Vladimir Fedoseev, while Arjun Erigaisi overcame Jan Subelj in their crucial matches.
The Indians only needed a draw in the 11th round to claim the gold, ensuring their win even if they lose the remaining two games.
