Tata Steel Chess 2026: Gukesh, Arjun Draw; Praggnanandhaa Opens Account

• Arjun Erigaisi holds a joint lead in the Tata Steel Chess Masters section after a draw with D Gukesh in Round 3.
• Reigning world champion D Gukesh is in a six-way tie for second place with 1.5 points.
• Defending champion Praggnanandhaa secured his first points with a draw against van Nguyen after two defeats.
• The highly anticipated match between Gukesh and Arjun ended in a sedate draw after 34 moves, with neither gaining a decisive advantage.
• Round 4 will feature a rematch between Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa, while Arjun faces Giri.

Why It Matters: Arjun Erigaisi maintains joint lead, Gukesh draws, and Praggnanandhaa finally scores at Tata Steel Chess.