Pranav dominates Salamanca Masters, scores 9½ out of 10

The eighth edition of the Salamanca Masters once again brought top-level rapid chess to the historic Spanish city. Six players from five countries took part in a double round-robin event valid for FIDE rapid ratings, with world junior champion Pranav Venkatesh producing a dominant performance. The format maintained equal representation between male and female competitors, reflecting ongoing institutional support for the tournament’s role within the international chess calendar. | Photos: University of Salamanca – USAL