India Makes History with Double Gold at Chess Olympiad 2024
- India clinched gold in both Open and women's sections at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest.
- The men's team, led by D. Gukesh, dominated the competition, securing gold with a round to spare.
- In the final round, India defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5, finishing with 21 out of 22 points.
- The women's team also triumphed, beating Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 and finishing with 19 points.
- This marks a historic achievement for India, surpassing their previous bronze medals from 2022.
Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/sport/other-sports/chess-olympiad-2024-india-clinches-maiden-gold-in-open-section/article68670899.ece)
- The men's team, led by D. Gukesh, dominated the competition, securing gold with a round to spare.
- In the final round, India defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5, finishing with 21 out of 22 points.
- The women's team also triumphed, beating Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 and finishing with 19 points.
- This marks a historic achievement for India, surpassing their previous bronze medals from 2022.
Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/sport/other-sports/chess-olympiad-2024-india-clinches-maiden-gold-in-open-section/article68670899.ece)
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