NOIDA: Triveni Sports-owned Triveni Continental Kings, a franchise in Global Chess League (GCL) has announced 6 top chess players in their team, including the Armenian grandmaster and the former world rapid and blitz champion, Levon Grigori Aronian, and Wei Yi, one of the greatest prodigies in the game of chess.
The other players include Yu Yangyi, China’s 29th Grandmaster and one of the world’s top juniors; Kateryna Lagno, a renowned Russian grandmaster; Nana Dzagnidze, a Georgian grandmaster and one of the top female players
in the world and Jonas Buhl Bjerre, a Danish grandmaster, a media release said.
The players of Triveni Continental Kings will participate under the mentorship and coaching of the renowned chess player, Loek Van Wely. Currently, Loek is the National Coach of Italy.
Commenting on the participation in GCL, Dhruv M. Sawhney, Chairman and Managing Director, Triveni Engineering & Industries Ltd., and Triveni Turbine Ltd., said, “We are excited to make our sports debut with Triveni Continental Kings in the Global Chess League. Chess, renowned for its strategic thinking and intellectual prowess that aligns perfectly with our core value. We are known for our rich legacy and nation building initiatives through years of innovation and this venture marks another significant step in establishing global recognition for India. Our aim is to create meaningful connections with chess enthusiasts and global community, nurture talent, and contribute to the game of chess worldwide.”
Joining as the coach of Triveni Continental Kings, Loek van Wely, said, “I feel honoured and excited to be the coach of the team comprising of world’s top chess players. With six ace players on-board, Triveni Continental Kings is well positioned to display a strong performance in the first-of-its kind chess tournament. Our focus will be to build strong camaraderie among the players and implement effective strategies against each opponent.”
The Global Chess League is the world’s first and largest official franchise league of its kind, with chess players from all over the world competing in a unique joint team format. It is a joint venture between FIDE and Tech Mahindra. GCL will feature male and female chess champions competing in the same team. Playing on the popular Rapid format, the league’s joint male-female teams will have the rare distinction of being a unique multiplayer team in the world of professional sports. In addition, the League will be the first ever Live televised chess event of its kind that will help offer fans a unique viewing experience. The inaugural season will take place at the Dubai Chess & Culture Club from June 21st to July 2nd, 2023.
