Candidates: French GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave doubts R Praggnanandhaa's chances

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave ranked R Praggnanandhaa in B tier for the Candidates, calling it a “hot take” based on recent form.

20 Mar, 15:32 — 20 Mar, 17:34

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The Candidates Tournament is a prestigious event that determines the challenger for the World Chess Championship. A top player like Maxime Vachier-Lagrave publicly assessing the chances of a rising star like R Praggnanandhaa provides insight into the competitive landscape and potential favorites.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual8h ago

Candidates: French GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave doubts R Praggnanandhaa's chances

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave ranked R Praggnanandhaa in B tier for the Candidates, calling it a “hot take” based on recent form. Despite strong 2025 performances, he cited six months of inconsistent results, saying, “It’s harsh… Pragg would have been at S tier.” He added, “It’s been 6 months and his form has really not been great.”

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