The Chess Olympiad features rising stars like Ding Liren and Gukesh, representing a new era of dominance in chess, moving away from Russia's historical strength.
India's rise in chess, thanks to figures like Viswanathan Anand, has led to an influx of academies producing world-class players and expanding their influence globally.
With 17-year-old Gukesh set to challenge reigning champion Ding Liren, India showcases not just individual talent, but a cohesive movement in competitive chess.
As Russian teams are absent from the Budapest tournament due to political issues, the chess landscape is shifting towards strong contenders from Asia and the US.
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