Sahithi Varshini secures second WGM norm at Kanizsa Open

International Master Sahithi Varshini has moved a step closer to achieving the prestigious Woman Grandmaster (WGM) title by securing her second WGM norm at the Kanizsa Open 2026 in Hungary. Sahithi scored five points from nine rounds, producing an impressive 2429 performance rating and gaining 37 FIDE rating points. Her live classical rating has now risen to 2313, taking her above the 2300 Elo mark. The Visakhapatnam player delivered an impressive performance defeating GM Yeshaayahu...