Rajeswari Aiyappan Wins Individual Gold and WCM Title at Asian Schools Championships 2026

Rajeswari Aiyappan Claims Individual Gold at Asian Schools Championships 2026

Rajeswari Aiyappan of Mysuru has been crowned the individual champion at the 20th Asian Schools Chess Championships 2026, which were hosted in Tula, Russia, between October 1 and 11, 2026. Competing in the Girls Under-11 division, she dominated the standard championship segment, achieving seven points out of nine available rounds through six victories, two draws, and one defeat.

Tournament Highlights

• Rajeswari Aiyappan won the individual gold medal in the Girls Under-11 Standard Championship
• She recorded seven points from nine rounds, with six wins, two draws, and one loss
• Her strong performance earned her the Women Candidate Master (WCM) title
• India secured four medals at the event: gold in individual standard, gold in rapid team, and silver in standard and blitz team championships

The young player’s triumph extends beyond individual accolades. By contributing to India’s team successes, she helped the nation earn multiple medals across different formats. This combination of personal excellence and collective achievement marks a significant milestone in her chess career.

Representing Karnataka, Aiyappan continues to inspire local youth. Her success highlights the growing strength of chess programs in the region and demonstrates the impact of dedicated coaching and educational support systems.

Source

This report is based on information published by Karnataka State Chess Association.

Official source: https://karnatakachess.com/karnatakas-rajeswari-aiyappan-wins-gold-and-wcm-title-at-asian-schools-chess-championships-2026/