Chess Grandmaster I Coach of the Indian Women's Chess team I Head Coach at Chess Pathshala Using my knowledge and experience to help people improve their Chess
Maharashtra, India
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Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
WIM Shubhi Gupta (2242) from Uttar Pradesh scored her first WGM norm at the Munich IM norm tournament 2026 happening in Germany. The 2010 born youngster had just achieved her WIM title just a month ago and has now shown tremendous performance to take the next big step in her career.
Shubhi scored 6.5/9, scoring 4 wins and 5 draws, remaining unbeaten, performing at an Elo of 2433 and narrowly missing out on her IM norm. She also gained 92 Elo points, taking her to 2334 on the rating list.
The youngster is trained by GM Swapnil Dhopade and is supported by Pravaha Foundation as her sponsor! We wish Shubhi the best in her journey of getting the remaining two WGM norms and becoming the next WGM of India!
#chess #chessbaseindia #shubhigupta #talent
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Hearty Congratulations to @chessvaishali for winning the FIDE candidates 2026 and qualifying for the Women's World Championship. Thanks to everyone involved in this journey🙏.
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Looking for a Grand Master from abroad ( not from India, France and Kazakhstan please as we already have players from these countries ) rated around 2500-2550 to play in Chola Chess Grand Master norm Round Robin tournament at Chennai, India from 3rd to 11th February 2026. We will take care of the air tickets, expenses and provide an appearance fee. Please DM me if interested!
@CholaChess @Aarthieramesh
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
A historic final featuring two outstanding Indian chess players!
Proud of the young Divya Deshmukh on becoming FIDE Women's World Chess Champion 2025. Congratulations to her for this remarkable feat, which will inspire several youngsters.
Koneru Humpy has also displayed immense prowess throughout the championship.
Best wishes to both players for their future endeavours.
@DivyaDeshmukh05
@humpy_koneru
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
My long time dream project will be formally launched tomorrow at Chennai. The launch of the project @CholaChess sponsored by the Cholamandalam group thanks to the kindness and big heart of @Vellayan_S and @KanikaSubbiah will be graced by the presence of Five- time World Champion and the legendary @vishy64theking Anand.
Alongside, the website cholachess.com will be launched as well so that the deserving players can directly register for the free monthly camps according to their ratings.
We have run the project on a pilot basis for the last 6 months. Already completed 36 camps, more than 150 students, more than 15 Grand Masters as students.
Thanks to @ChessbaseIndia and @chesscom_in for agreeing to live stream and cover the event.
There will be an exhibition match between @rpraggnachess @pawnof64squares @KarthikeyanM64 @Praneshchess which will be covered live from 3 pm IST onwards.
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
It is truly unfathomable how this kid would come from a country with no chess culture and not only become World Champion, but inspire generations of Indian kids to push chess forward. The legend, @vishy64theking! Huge congratulations to India for winning the @ChessOlympiad!
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Congratulations @pawnof64squares Aravindh Chithambaram for crossing 2700 elo at the French league playing for @CannesChessClub ! Long overdue but very well deserved! Proud of you!
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
The first @Chessasble course I am doing in collaboration with GM Efstratios Grivas is being released today!
This is the first in a three-volume series on some important components in the middlegame.
The Strategy Instructors Volume 1: Pawn Majority & Minority via @chessable chessable.com/the-strategy-i…
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Elon Musk reckons chess will get solved in ten years. I think chess is already solved. The answer is - Magnus Carlsen wins
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Interested in learning chess? ♟️
Join us at the Big Chess Summer Camp from May 13th to 19th, 4-8pm, at Atrium 5, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai. It’s free for all! 🔥
#chess #chessbaseindia #gukesh #chessgame #learnchess
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Thanks a lot sir😊🙏
India is exceptionally proud of @DGukesh on becoming the youngest-ever player to win the #FIDECandidates!
Gukesh's remarkable achievement at the Candidates in Toronto showcases his extraordinary talent and dedication.
His outstanding performance and journey to the top inspires millions.
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Burglary in #SPAIN #Sunway APOLO APARTMENT on 19 Dec in my room. My Laptop, Passport, cash etc & my roommate’s laptop,airpods stolen. Later on,similar thefts happened with other Indian chess players too. Requesting @SunwayChessOpen @IndiainSpain @ianuragthakur @DrSJaishankar Help
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A moment of immense pride as India takes the top spot in the FIDE Grand Swiss Open.
Congratulations to @viditchess and @chessVaishali for their outstanding victories, and for securing their spots in the prestigious 2024 Candidates, to be held in Toronto.
This is yet another instance of Indian prowess in Chess. India is truly elated.
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Vidit Gujrathi and Vaishali R have gloriously captured the titles at the #FIDEGrandSwiss. Their triumph is a testament to their dedication and skill. A proud moment for Indian chess! ♟️🇮🇳
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Congratulations to @viditchess for winning the FIDE grand Swiss 2023.
Bouncing back after a heart breaking loss a few months back demonstrates Vidit’s incredible grit!
🤝 "It's heartbreak for Vidit fans, and I'm one of them," says Peter Leko as 69th-seed Nijat Abasov’s incredible run continues.
He knocks out Vidit to reach the #FIDEWorldCup semifinals and likely the 2024 Candidates Tournament!
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Congratulations to @chessvaishali for winning this prestigious tournament!
An important breakthrough in her career and a start of something big.
Ladies and gentlemen, presenting to you the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss 2023 Champion - R. Vaishali!
#chess #chessbaseindia #fidegrandswiss
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Huge day for Indian Chess ❤️
The Indian focus will be on these three players at the #FIDEGrandSwiss today!
✅ Vaishali will be hoping to attain the Grandmaster title!
✅ Vidit and Arjun will be giving their best to earn their spot at the 2024 #FIDECandidates!
Games begin at 7.30pm IST!
Swapnil Dhopade retweeted
Vidit won a pawn thanks to a cute tactical idea! Can you find it too?
Black to play
