India Beats Netherlands 3-1 in Round 5 of Chess Olympiad 2026
· Sports · Sportstar, Indian Express
Defending champion India secured a 3-1 victory against the Netherlands in the Open section during Round 5 of the Chess Olympiad 2026 in Samarkand on Sunday. The Indian Open team features top-ranked players including World champion D. Gukesh and R. Praggnanandhaa. This win marks another key milestone for the Indian squad as they progress through the tournament fixtures. The exact individual board results and game durations remain unspecified in the current update. The team continues its campaign following earlier round matches against strong international opponents.
Why it matters
This victory strengthens the defending champion's standing in the Open section as India advances deeper into the Chess Olympiad 2026.
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