India maintains Slender Lead

3rd India China Chess Summit – 2018

Report by I.A Suresh Chandra Sahoo

Team India drew China with the scoreline reading 1.5-1.5 in the third round of the 3rd India – China Chess Summit 2018, being organised by All Odisha Chess Association & KIIT, on behalf of All India Chess Federation at International Chess Hall, KiiT University, Bhubaneswar.

On Top Board Indian GM Srinath Narayan displayed his subtle Opening preparation against French Defence, Rubinstein Variation. However, his Chinese counterpart defended stubbornly and both the players agreed to draw on 30th move with a Rook, Bishop and six pawns each.

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