Game Of The Year - Praggnanandhaa vs Rapport

Hello and welcome to my new chess blog!

Today we are going to look at an absolute banger of a game, played by Richard Rapport. There have been many beautiful games played in the year 2025, but this one was a true masterpiece. Because of all the amazing moves played in this game, some already call it "The Game Of The Year". In this game, Rapport really shows all of his attacking skills and beats his opponet with the black pieces. The game was played in UZchess cup 2025.

                                                  Praggnanandhaa at the chessboard.

The game was played against Praggnanandhaa, a famous Indian Grandmaster, who is currently #1 in India. Born in 2005, he became an international master at the age of 10 and a grandmaster by the age of 12, making him one of the youngest grandmasters in history. Pragg gained international fame after defeating world-class players, including Magnus Carlsen, in major tournaments. He is known for his calm and strategic style of play, as well as his deep understanding of the game. In 2023, he reached the finals of the FIDE World Cup, becoming the youngest Indian ever to do so. His achievements have inspired a new generation of chess players in India and around the world.

If you already read my other blog, where Richard Rapport sacrifices his Queen against Sam Shankland, you might already know something about Rapport. If you haven't, let me introduce him.

Richard Rapport is a Hungarian chess grandmaster known for his unique and creative playing style. Born in 1996, he became a grandmaster at just 13 years old, making him one of the youngest in Hungary’s history. Rapport stands out in the chess world for his imaginative openings and unorthodox strategies that often surprise even the strongest opponents. Over the years, he has consistently been among the top players in the world and has represented Hungary in several international competitions. In 2022, he made headlines when he switched federations and began representing Romania. Rapport is admired not only for his skills but also for his bold approach to the game. He often chooses rare or risky moves in order to create dynamic and entertaining positions. This has earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting players on the modern chess scene. 

                                                       Here is the game between the two.                                                                                                                           Enjoy!