International Chess: Indian Grandmaster Pranav Venkatesh crowned World Junior Blitz Champion in UAE

Indian Grandmaster <b>Pranav Venkatesh</b> has secured the gold medal in the Open category at the FIDE World Junior Blitz Championship held in Al Ain, UAE. The 20-year-old displayed exceptional skill throughout the tournament, finishing with a commanding <b>10.5 points</b> from 13 rounds to claim the title. This victory follows his impressive performance earlier in the event, where he secured a silver medal in the rapid format. His consistent dominance across both rapid and blitz disciplines highlights his rising stature in the international chess circuit. In the girls' section, India’s Aamuktha Guntaka finished fifth, while Savitha Shri secured the seventh position, reflecting the growing depth and competitive strength of Indian talent on the global stage.