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The Global Chess League: The Global Chess League is back for its much-anticipated third season, and Alpine SG Pipers are set to compete with a formidable lineup.

This season, the team combination includes proven champions as well as exciting new talent. Adding to the excitement, this season will mark the league’s first-ever edition in India, a global hub for chess and home to a growing base of passionate fans, from December 13-24.

Leading the Pipers into the new season are R Praggnanandhaa, last season’s Player of the Season, and Hou Yifan, the current World No.1 women’s player, both retained by the franchise following phenomenal performances last season. Their experience, consistency, and star power will act as the foundation of the team.