♟️ India misses title shot at Chess Olympiad
India failed to close the gap in the 2026 Chess Olympiad during Round 8 against Azerbaijan. Dommaraju Gukesh drew the match, despite needing a win to keep the title defence alive. The match concluded after 56...Rb2+ as the game simplified into a draw. Meanwhile, Savitha Shri maintained a winning streak, securing a crucial win for the women's team. Uzbekistan and Germany currently lead the standings with 14 points each. ♟️