Arjun Erigaisi secured a double bronze in Rapid and Blitz chess at the Doha World Championships, challenging the perception that Indian players excel only in classical formats. While a significant achievement, his former trainer noted that more invitations to elite tournaments could have led to better results. This performance marks a rare podium finish for an Indian male in these shorter formats since Viswanathan Anand's last rapid medal in 2017, potentially shifting views on India's strength in rapid and blitz chess.