Rapid Blitz: Erigaisi makes promising start, Carlsen falters on Day 1

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi is off to a strong start in the World Rapid Chess Championship, tying for fifth place after five rounds with four wins. Meanwhile, Raunak Sadhwani, another Indian player, has caught attention by defeating a pre-event favorite. The competition remains tight with multiple players, including some prominent names, vying for top positions.