Chess grandmaster at 14: Who is Nihal Sarin, the 21-year-old who refused to draw with Magnus Carlsen?

Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin reached the Chess playoffs at EWC 2025, defeating Anish Giri and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. In the quarter-finals, he faced Magnus Carlsen, managing a draw in the first game but ultimately lost 2.5–0.5, impressing fans with his performance.