Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has secured a spot in the prestigious Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, scheduled from April 7 to 14, 2025. He earned this opportunity by winning the online Play-In stage, defeating notable players including former World Champion Ding Liren and Richard Rapport.
Notably, Vidit’s participation in the Paris event comes just four days after his wedding to Nidhi Kataia, a homoeopathic doctor. This timing has led to playful remarks about combining his honeymoon with the tournament.
In Paris, Vidit will join fellow Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanandhaa, marking a significant representation of Indian talent in the tournament.
The Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam is part of a series featuring top global talents competing for a substantial prize fund of $750,000. Vidit’s recent performance not only highlights his personal achievements but also underscores India’s growing prominence in the international chess arena.
For a detailed overview of Vidit Gujrathi’s journey to the Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, you can watch the following video:
