Karthik Venkataraman Shocks Romanian Grandmaster at FIDE World Cup, Secures Career-Best Prize Money and Spot in Round of 32
In a stunning display of composure and tactical brilliance, Indian Grandmaster Karthik Venkataraman pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the FIDE World Cup 2025 by defeating Romanian Grandmaster Deac Bogdan-Daniel in the third-round tiebreaks. With this victory, Karthik not only advanced to the Round of 32 but also secured the highest prize money…