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14‑Year‑Old Vivaan Vishal Shah Becomes Gujarat’s Youngest International Master
✍️ ChessBase India
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 04:32 PM
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Teenager Vivaan Vishal Shah, aged 14, earned the International Master title, making him the youngest player from Gujarat to achieve the distinction.
Vivaan Vishal Shah, a 14‑year‑old from Gujarat, has been awarded the International Master (IM) title, becoming the youngest player from the state to do so. The achievement was confirmed by ChessBase India, which highlighted his rapid rise in the national chess circuit.
The International Master title is granted by FIDE to players who meet stringent performance norms and rating thresholds in recognised tournaments. Shah’s attainment of the title at such a young age underscores his exceptional skill and dedication to the game.
Shah’s milestone is expected to inspire a new generation of young chess enthusiasts across Gujarat and India, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation in the global chess arena.
The International Master title is granted by FIDE to players who meet stringent performance norms and rating thresholds in recognised tournaments. Shah’s attainment of the title at such a young age underscores his exceptional skill and dedication to the game.
Shah’s milestone is expected to inspire a new generation of young chess enthusiasts across Gujarat and India, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation in the global chess arena.