Ep 45 - India’a First Grandmaster | Viswanathan Anand

For the latest episode of SparX, Mukesh Bansall, Founder of Myntra and Cult.fit, is in conversation with India’s first Grandmaster, Viswanathan Anand.

Viswanathan is a five-time World Chess Champion. Anand's most significant achievements include being a five-time World Chess Champion, winning the World Rapid Chess Championship, and the World Blitz Chess Championship. Additionally, his victories in prestigious tournaments like Linares and Corus are highly notable in the chess world.

Viswanathan revolutionised the chess landscape in India. His victories brought national pride and global recognition, inspiring a surge in young players and increased investment in chess infrastructure. Anand's success fostered a vibrant chess culture, making India a formidable force in the sport. Join us for an inspiring conversation with the Grandmaster on his journey with chess, some stories with other chess players, the evolution of chess, and his experiences throughout his career.


About SparX by Mukesh Bansal

SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth.

We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity are at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us.

In a new episode every Monday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year-long career.

This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you.

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