Arjun Erigaisi wins Freestyle Friday tournament three times

Arjun Erigaisi has won the Freestyle Friday chess tournament three times in a row, showcasing his strong form ahead of the Grand Slam Tour 2025. He secured victories against top players, including D Gukesh and Magnus Carlsen. In his latest win, Erigaisi scored 10 out of 11 points, tying for first with Denis Lazavik but ultimately defeating him in the final match. Gukesh and Carlsen finished 10th and 15th, respectively, in the tournament. Erigaisi will join fellow Indian players in the Paris Leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour from April 8-15. This marks his debut in the tour, having missed the earlier stage in Germany.