Indian Chess Highlights: Emerging Talents, Champion's Focus, and Anand's Rapid Resurgence

Indian chess continues to evolve with rising talents and seasoned players making notable strides. Four prodigies face challenges including financial constraints and travel issues, especially impacting women players. World champion D Gukesh plans to focus on patience and confidence in 2026 after a mixed 2025, scaling back on less critical events. Meanwhile, former champion Viswanathan Anand has shown renewed confidence and sharp play in rapid formats, reflecting his ongoing adaptation and experience in competitive chess.