Tamil Chess Coach is delighted to congratulate Samrudh M on his excellent performance in the 38th Tamil Nadu State Under-11 Open FIDE Rated Chess Championship 2026.
Starting the tournament as the 25th seed, Samrudh demonstrated impressive fighting spirit and consistency throughout the event, scoring 7 points from 9 rounds and securing a strong 8th-place finish among Tamil Nadu’s top young chess talents.
Strong Performance Against Tough Opposition
With a FIDE rating of 1646, Samrudh entered a highly competitive field featuring many of the state’s strongest Under-11 players. Throughout the tournament, he consistently scored against higher-ranked opponents and maintained his position near the leading group.
His tournament performance rating of 1740 highlights the quality of his play and reflects his ability to compete successfully against stronger opposition.
Key Results
Samrudh’s tournament included victories against:
- Kaushik M (1405)
- Sharvesh S P (1505)
- Vihaan Arav (1500)
- Kumaravel S (1439)
- Kavirooban B (1445)
He also secured important draws against:
- Saicharan Srinivasan (1835)
- Aniruth E S (1593)
These results helped him remain in contention throughout the championship and finish inside the Top 10.
Significant Rating Gain
One of the highlights of Samrudh’s tournament was his impressive +40.8 FIDE rating gain, a reward for his strong and consistent performance against quality opposition.
Gaining over 40 rating points in a single state championship is a notable achievement and demonstrates the progress he continues to make in his chess journey.
Looking Ahead
Finishing 8th in the Tamil Nadu State Under-11 Championship is an excellent accomplishment and a testament to Samrudh’s dedication, hard work, and competitive spirit.
We congratulate Samrudh on this outstanding result and wish him continued success in future state, national, and FIDE-rated tournaments. With his current trajectory, many more achievements are undoubtedly ahead. ♟️🏆