{"id":56382,"date":"2026-08-27T20:16:33","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T14:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=56382"},"modified":"2026-08-27T20:18:43","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T14:48:43","slug":"apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/","title":{"rendered":"Apoorv Kamble Chess Tournament: FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Winner 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Apoorv_Kamble_chess_tournament_victory_highlights_his_unbeaten_89_performance_at_the_FIDE-rated_rapid_event_key_rankings_participants_and_exam_facts\" >Apoorv Kamble chess tournament victory highlights his unbeaten 8\/9 performance at the FIDE-rated rapid event, key rankings, participants and exam facts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Apoorv_Kamble_Clinches_Major_Rapid_Chess_Title\" >Apoorv Kamble Clinches Major Rapid Chess Title<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Five_Players_Finish_with_Eight_Points\" >Five Players Finish with Eight Points<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Unbeaten_Performance_Strengthens_Apoorvs_Season\" >Unbeaten Performance Strengthens Apoorv\u2019s Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Tournament_Draws_More_Than_400_Participants\" >Tournament Draws More Than 400 Participants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Importance_of_FIDE-Rated_Tournaments\" >Importance of FIDE-Rated Tournaments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Important_Achievement_in_Indian_Chess\" >Important Achievement in Indian Chess<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Relevant_for_Sports_Current_Affairs\" >Relevant for Sports Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Understanding_Chess_Tie-Break_Systems\" >Understanding Chess Tie-Break Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Importance_of_FIDE\" >Importance of FIDE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Indias_Growing_Chess_Strength\" >India\u2019s Growing Chess Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Historical_Context_Background_of_the_News\" >Historical Context: Background of the News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Chess_and_Its_Indian_Connection\" >Chess and Its Indian Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Rise_of_Modern_Indian_Chess\" >Rise of Modern Indian Chess<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Role_of_FIDE_in_Competitive_Chess\" >Role of FIDE in Competitive Chess<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Growth_of_Young_Chess_Talent\" >Growth of Young Chess Talent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Apoorv_Kambles_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Victory\" >Key Takeaways from Apoorv Kamble\u2019s FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Victory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#FAQs_Apoorv_Kamble_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Tournament\" >FAQs: Apoorv Kamble FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#1_Who_won_the_Inventive_10_All_India_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Tournament_2026\" >1. Who won the Inventive 1.0 All India FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#2_How_many_points_did_Apoorv_Kamble_score\" >2. How many points did Apoorv Kamble score?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#3_How_many_players_finished_with_8_points\" >3. How many players finished with 8 points?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#4_Who_finished_second_in_the_tournament\" >4. Who finished second in the tournament?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#5_Who_finished_third_in_the_tournament\" >5. Who finished third in the tournament?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#6_How_many_participants_competed_in_the_tournament\" >6. How many participants competed in the tournament?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#7_What_was_the_time_control_of_the_tournament\" >7. What was the time control of the tournament?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#8_What_was_the_total_prize_fund_of_the_tournament\" >8. What was the total prize fund of the tournament?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#9_What_does_FIDE_stand_for\" >9. What does FIDE stand for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#10_What_is_the_significance_of_a_FIDE-rated_chess_tournament\" >10. What is the significance of a FIDE-rated chess tournament?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/apoorv-kamble-chess-tournament\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apoorv_Kamble_chess_tournament_victory_highlights_his_unbeaten_89_performance_at_the_FIDE-rated_rapid_event_key_rankings_participants_and_exam_facts\"><\/span><strong>Apoorv Kamble chess tournament<\/strong> victory highlights his unbeaten 8\/9 performance at the FIDE-rated rapid event, key rankings, participants and exam facts.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apoorv_Kamble_Clinches_Major_Rapid_Chess_Title\"><\/span>Apoorv Kamble Clinches Major Rapid Chess Title<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indian chess player Apoorv Kamble has won the Inventive 1.0 All India FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2026, adding another significant achievement to his growing chess career. He scored an unbeaten 8 points from 9 rounds and secured the title through a superior tie-break score after five players finished with the same total of 8 points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament attracted players from across India and featured strong competition, including titled players. Apoorv Kamble\u2019s consistent performance throughout the event helped him emerge as the champion and highlighted the increasing depth of young chess talent in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Five_Players_Finish_with_Eight_Points\"><\/span>Five Players Finish with Eight Points<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major feature of the tournament was the close competition at the top of the standings. Five players ended the event with 8 points out of 9, making the tie-break system crucial in determining the final rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apoorv Kamble finished first, while IM Hari Madhavan NB secured second place. IM Chakravarthi Reddy M finished third, followed by Nirmal L in fourth place and CM Sudharshan Bhat in fifth place. The result demonstrates how tie-break rules can become decisive in Swiss-system chess tournaments when multiple players finish with identical scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unbeaten_Performance_Strengthens_Apoorvs_Season\"><\/span>Unbeaten Performance Strengthens Apoorv\u2019s Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apoorv Kamble remained unbeaten throughout the nine-round competition, scoring 8 points. This victory was his second major success of 2026, following his earlier triumph at the SixDays Budapest January 2026 GM Round Robin event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His performance reflects strong consistency across different formats and competitive environments. The FIDE-rated rapid event was played with a time control of 15 minutes plus a 5-second increment from the first move, demanding quick decision-making and tactical accuracy from the participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tournament_Draws_More_Than_400_Participants\"><\/span>Tournament Draws More Than 400 Participants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A total of 402 players participated in the one-day FIDE-rated rapid tournament. The field included one Grandmaster, three International Masters and one FIDE Master, making the event highly competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament also offered a total prize fund of \u20b92 lakh. The winner received \u20b920,000, while the second and third-place finishers received \u20b915,000 and \u20b914,000 respectively. Such events are important for the development of competitive chess because they provide rated players with opportunities to test their skills against strong opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_FIDE-Rated_Tournaments\"><\/span>Importance of FIDE-Rated Tournaments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FIDE-rated tournaments play an important role in the international chess ecosystem. FIDE, the International Chess Federation, maintains official ratings and oversees internationally recognized chess competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Performances in eligible tournaments can affect a player\u2019s FIDE rating. For government exam aspirants, this news is relevant to sports current affairs, especially questions related to Indian chess players, international sports bodies, chess titles and tournament formats.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Apoorv-Kamble-chess-tournament\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQhaQiyPphWV39-by88kS27-rrMc4AR4Ki3GaTp6gRrjw&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Apoorv Kamble chess tournament\" title=\"Apoorv Kamble chess tournament\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apoorv Kamble chess tournament<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Achievement_in_Indian_Chess\"><\/span>Important Achievement in Indian Chess<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apoorv Kamble\u2019s victory is important because it reflects the continued rise of young Indian chess players. India has developed a strong chess ecosystem with talented players performing successfully at national and international levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevant_for_Sports_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>Relevant for Sports Current Affairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news can be useful for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence and other competitive examinations. Questions may be asked about the tournament winner, his score, the format of the competition or the meaning of a FIDE-rated event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Chess_Tie-Break_Systems\"><\/span>Understanding Chess Tie-Break Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament is also important from an examination perspective because five players finished with the same score of 8 points. Apoorv Kamble won because of a better tie-break score, showing the importance of tie-break criteria in competitive chess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_FIDE\"><\/span>Importance of FIDE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should remember that FIDE is the International Chess Federation and is the global governing body responsible for organizing and regulating major international chess activities. Knowledge of international sports governing bodies is frequently relevant in general awareness and current affairs sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Growing_Chess_Strength\"><\/span>India\u2019s Growing Chess Strength<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The success of emerging players such as Apoorv Kamble highlights India\u2019s growing strength in chess. For competitive examination preparation, this news can be connected with broader developments in Indian sports, achievements of young athletes and India\u2019s expanding presence in international mind sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Background_of_the_News\"><\/span>Historical Context: Background of the News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chess_and_Its_Indian_Connection\"><\/span>Chess and Its Indian Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chess has a strong historical association with India, where the ancient game of <strong>Chaturanga<\/strong> is widely regarded as an important predecessor of modern chess. Over centuries, the game spread across different regions and eventually developed into the modern form played internationally today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rise_of_Modern_Indian_Chess\"><\/span>Rise of Modern Indian Chess<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern Indian chess gained major international recognition through the achievements of Viswanathan Anand, who became India\u2019s first Grandmaster in 1988 and later became World Chess Champion. His success inspired a new generation of Indian players and contributed to the expansion of chess training and competitions in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_FIDE_in_Competitive_Chess\"><\/span>Role of FIDE in Competitive Chess<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FIDE, or the International Chess Federation, is the international governing body of chess. It manages international ratings, awards chess titles and supports recognized competitions. Titles such as Grandmaster, International Master, FIDE Master and Candidate Master are associated with the FIDE title system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growth_of_Young_Chess_Talent\"><\/span>Growth of Young Chess Talent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, India has produced several highly talented young players. Increased access to professional coaching, online chess platforms and international tournaments has helped Indian players gain greater exposure. Apoorv Kamble\u2019s victory in a competitive FIDE-rated rapid tournament represents this continuing growth of Indian chess talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Apoorv_Kambles_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Victory\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Apoorv Kamble\u2019s FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Victory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Apoorv Kamble won the Inventive 1.0 All India FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He scored an unbeaten 8 points out of 9 rounds.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Five players finished on 8 points, and Apoorv won on a superior tie-break score.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>A total of 402 players participated, including a Grandmaster, three International Masters and a FIDE Master.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The tournament was played with a rapid time control of 15 minutes plus a 5-second increment from move one.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apoorv Kamble chess tournament<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Apoorv_Kamble_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Tournament\"><\/span>FAQs: Apoorv Kamble FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_won_the_Inventive_10_All_India_FIDE_Rated_Rapid_Chess_Tournament_2026\"><\/span>1. Who won the Inventive 1.0 All India FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Apoorv Kamble won the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_points_did_Apoorv_Kamble_score\"><\/span>2. How many points did Apoorv Kamble score?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Apoorv Kamble scored <strong>8 points out of 9 rounds<\/strong> and remained unbeaten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_players_finished_with_8_points\"><\/span>3. How many players finished with 8 points?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> <strong>Five players<\/strong> finished with 8 points. Apoorv Kamble secured first place because of his superior tie-break score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_finished_second_in_the_tournament\"><\/span>4. Who finished second in the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> <strong>IM Hari Madhavan NB<\/strong> finished second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Who_finished_third_in_the_tournament\"><\/span>5. Who finished third in the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> <strong>IM Chakravarthi Reddy M<\/strong> finished third.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_many_participants_competed_in_the_tournament\"><\/span>6. How many participants competed in the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A total of <strong>402 players<\/strong> participated in the FIDE-rated rapid chess tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_was_the_time_control_of_the_tournament\"><\/span>7. What was the time control of the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The tournament used a <strong>15 minutes + 5 seconds increment<\/strong> time control from the first move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_was_the_total_prize_fund_of_the_tournament\"><\/span>8. What was the total prize fund of the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The total prize fund was <strong>\u20b92 lakh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_does_FIDE_stand_for\"><\/span>9. What does FIDE stand for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> FIDE stands for <strong>F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale des \u00c9checs<\/strong>, commonly known in English as the <strong>International Chess Federation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_is_the_significance_of_a_FIDE-rated_chess_tournament\"><\/span>10. 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