Chennai-based chess player A Ra Harikrishnan has officially become India’s 87th Grandmaster after securing his final GM norm at the La Plagne International Chess Festival in France. At 23, he is the 32nd Grandmaster from Tamil Nadu, further cementing the state’s dominance in Indian chess.

Key Points:

• Harikrishnan achieved his third and final GM norm at the La Plagne International Chess Festival held in France.
• He earned his first two norms at Biel (Switzerland) in July 2023 and the Andújar Open (Spain).
• He is now India’s 87th Grandmaster and the 32nd GM from Tamil Nadu, highlighting the state’s continued excellence in the sport.
• Harikrishnan trained under Grandmaster Shyamsundar Mohanraj and was part of a focused 10-tournament European tour to achieve his GM title.
• His dedication and consistency serve as an inspiration for aspiring chess players across the country.