Arjun Erigaisi Scores Confident Win as Gukesh Begins Third Round with a Draw

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New Delhi: Arjun Erigaisi delivered another composed performance in the Chess World Cup in Panjim by defeating Shamsiddin Vokhidov in a sharp attacking game. The Indian Grandmaster, who has been in impressive touch throughout the tournament, took full control with white pieces in a Queen pawn setup and overpowered the Uzbek player in convincing fashion. The win marks his third straight victory in the knockout stage and places him one step away from the fourth round, where even a draw in the return game will be enough to advance.

P Harikrishna also moved into a strong position after outplaying Daniel Dardha of Belgi

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