Chess Olympiad 2026: India eyes back-to-back titles in Samarkand
The Chess Olympiad 2026 is underway in Samarkand, with India defending both the Open and Women's titles won at the previous edition in 2024. The competition follows a 11-round Swiss-system format, with five-player teams competing in each category, though only four players compete in each round.
India's Open squad comprises Praggnanandhaa, Arjun, Nihal, Gukesh and Vidit. The Women's team features Humpy, Vaishali, Divya, Vantika and Savitha as they seek to retain their championship status.
