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Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Vincent Keymer Held To Second Successive Draw By Vidit; Retains Lead Past Midway Point

By IANS News August 11, 2025 • 21:02 PM View: 104

German GM Vincent Keymer: German GM Vincent Keymer maintained his grip on the top of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 table despite being held to his second consecutive draw, this time by GM Vidit Gujrathi in Round 5 on Monday.

The result kept Keymer a point clear of nearest rival Arjun Erigaisi, who was also held to a draw by compatriot Pranav V.

Erigaisi and Keymer will play each other in a clash between the table toppers on day 6, with the latter starting with whites.

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