Summary
The article describes a personal connection to chess, exploring how it helped the author cope with grief. It recounts a chess match between Indian grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi and Chinese grandmaster Wei Yi, and highlights lessons learned from playing chess.
Key Facts
- The article took place at a chess match in Goa, India, featuring grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and Wei Yi.
- Arjun Erigaisi is ranked sixth in the world in chess.
- Chess is popular in India, and many children learn to play it from a young age.
- The author learned chess from their uncle, who favored knights in the game.
- The author returned to playing chess as a way to connect with their late uncle.
- Chess matches are described as strategic and unforgiving, with no guaranteed victories.
- Grandmaster Erigaisi lost to Wei Yi after making a critical mistake in his game.
- The author describes their personal attachment to specific chess pieces and game strategies.
