Mumba Masters, Triveni Kings Dominate Global Chess League Day 1

• UpGrad Mumba Masters defeated Viswanathan Anand-led Ganges Grandmasters 17-4 on the opening day of the Global Chess League.
• Triveni Continental Kings began their title defence by overcoming Alpine SG Pipers with a 9-7 win.
• Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (Mumba Masters) defeated five-time world champion Anand, setting the tone for the match.
• Alireza Firouzja (Triveni) secured a key win against Fabiano Caruana (Alpine SG Pipers) in the 'Icon' clash.
• Wesley So of Mumba Masters was named the Man of the Match for his performance.

Why It Matters: Global Chess League's opening day sets the stage for intense competition.