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Delhi Teen Vandan Alankar Sawai Beats Chess World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in 50-Move Online Battle
A childhood introduction to chess led Vandan Sawai to a remarkable online victory over Magnus Carlsen.
August 27, 2026
A childhood introduction to chess led Vandan Sawai to a remarkable online victory over Magnus Carlsen.
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