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Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, 16, made history when he became the youngest Indian grandmaster to beat World champion Magnus Carlsen  late on Monday at the Airthings Masters rapid chess tournament. Praggnanandhaa achieved an extraordinary feat by beating the Five-time World champion and the King of chess for some. Praggnanandhaa was patient but also confident to stride ahead and a victory that not only impressed Indians but the chess fraternity all over. Hailing from Chennai, Indias Praggnanandhaa was also the youngest International Master in history. The title he achieved when he was only 10 years old. Two years later at 12 years of age he became the second youngest Grandmaster in history. 

R. Praggnanandhaa and Magnus Carlsen.

Praggnanandhaa has been coached by Ramachandran Ramesh, another chess Grandmaster from Chennai. Coach RB Ramesh has won the 2002 British Championship and the 2007 Commonwealth Championship. In an interview after the stunning win by Praggnanandhaa coach Ramesh said He is always cheerful and willing to learn, especially from his mistakes. He hates losing games but does not sulk and moves forward. These traits will ensure that he will be a top player in the future.

R. Praggnanandhaa in a chess tournament.

Praggnanandhaa has also received praises from many Indian legends after his spectacular 39 moves win against his own hero Carlsen, that too with Black pieces! 

Viswanathan Anand, one of the most successful  Grandmasters and a five time world champion from India tweeted, Always proud of our talents! Very good day for Pragg.

GM viswanathan Anands tweet.

Also one of the greatest cricket players in the world Sachin Tendulkar praised Praggnanandhaa stating  What a wonderful feeling it must be for Pragg. All of 16, and to have beaten the experienced & decorated Magnus Carlsen, and that too while playing black, is magical! Best wishes on a long & successful chess career ahead. Youve made India proud!

Sachin Tendulkars tweet on R. Praggnanandhaas win.

Even the Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulated Pragg, We are all rejoicing on the success of the young genius R Praggnanandhaa. Proud of his accomplishment of winning against the noted champion Magnus Carlsen. I wish the talented Praggnanandhaa the very best for his future endeavors.

PM Narendra Modis tweet on R. Praggnanandhaas success.

Vice President Shri Venkaiah Naidu also Congratulated Praggnanandhaa and GM Ramesh on the win.