Vidit Gujrathi

Vidit Gujrathi is an Indian chess Grandmaster, born on October 24, 1994, in Nashik, Maharashtra. He is acknowledged as one of the top chess players from India. Gujrathi began his professional career at a young age and rapidly climbed the ranks, becoming a Grandmaster at the age of 18.

Gujrathi is known for his exceptional strategic skills, tactical acumen, and adaptability. He has won numerous individual awards and has represented India at various international competitions, helping the country secure several team titles.

Off the board, Gujrathi is also recognized for his contribution to promoting chess in India and his online presence, where he shares his knowledge and experiences with millions of fans worldwide.

Early Career

• Youth and Early Career: Gujrathi was born and raised in Nashik and started playing chess at a young age. He achieved the title of International Master in 2008 and became a Grandmaster in 2013, making him one of the youngest Grandmasters in Indian history.

Professional Career

• Early Success: Gujrathi started making his mark in international chess in 2013 when he won the World Youth Chess Championship. He has since competed in various international tournaments, earning commendable rankings and playing against some of the world's best players.
• Continued Success: Gujrathi's career continued to soar as he won numerous national and international tournaments, including the Tata Steel Challengers and Biel Chess Festival.

Representation for India

• Debut: Made his debut for India at a young age and has since been a key member of Team India.

Achievements:

• Asian Team Chess Championship: Gold medal in 2016.
• Online Chess Olympiad: Gold medal in 2020, where he served as the Indian team's captain.
• Gujrathi has also represented India in the Chess World Cup and the Chess Olympiad, helping the team secure several victories.

• Style: Gujrathi is known for his solid, positional style of play. He excels in the endgame and is also known for his strong opening preparation.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional strategic skills, tactical acumen, and adaptability. Gujrathi is celebrated for his deep understanding of the game and ability to handle complex positions.

• Family: Gujrathi keeps his personal life private, but it's known that he comes from a supportive family that has played a significant role in his chess career.
• Off the Board: Gujrathi is actively involved in promoting chess in India. He also has a significant online presence where he shares his knowledge and experiences, making chess more accessible to the masses.

• Vidit Gujrathi is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous achievements but also for his contribution to promoting chess in India. His impact on the game extends beyond the chessboard, inspiring a new generation of chess enthusiasts in the country.

World Youth Chess Championship:

• Gold medal in 2013

Asian Team Chess Championship:

• Gold medal in 2016

Online Chess Olympiad:

• Gold medal in 2020

Other Achievements:

• Winner of several national and international tournaments, including the Tata Steel Challengers and Biel Chess Festival

Books

• Gujrathi, V. (2019) Chess: My Journey. New Delhi: HarperCollins India.

Websites

• FIDE: Information about Vidit Gujrathi’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fide.com
• Chess.com: Updates on Gujrathi’s performance and achievements. Available at: https://www.chess.com

Articles

• ChessBase: Various articles covering different aspects of Gujrathi's career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com
• The Hindu: Articles on Gujrathi’s career highlights and achievements. Available at: https://www.thehindu.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Interviews on Chess.com: Various interviews with Vidit Gujrathi, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.chess.com
• Vidit Gujrathi's YouTube Channel: Provides a glimpse into his life and career, featuring interviews, game analysis, and more. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/c/ViditGujrathi