India and Turkmenistan Share Top Honors at Junior Rapid Event

The Asian Junior Rapid Chess Championship 2026, hosted at the ITC Maratha Sheraton in Mumbai, saw India and Turkmenistan emerge as the leading nations.

Vivan Vishal secured the Open crown for India, while Shoharadova Lala delivered Turkmenistan its first Girls rapid title. The competition, overseen by the Asian Chess Federation and the All India Chess Federation, featured intense battles across eight rounds.

With the rapid segment wrapped up, organizers announced the upcoming classical championship, slated to begin tomorrow at the same venue.