The defending champions, Triveni Continental Kings, claimed a 12:9 victory over Ganges Grandmasters in a match with no draws. The Black pieces prevailed across the board, with wins from Alireza, Teimour (Player of the Match), and Alexandra leading the Kings to triumph. Despite strong performances from Arjun, Salimova, and Volodar, who won with the White pieces, it wasn’t enough for the Grandmasters.

Photos by Michal Walusza