Nihal Sarin has made headlines by winning the Menorca Masters 2026, scoring an impressive 6 out of 10 points. This tournament, held at the Sagitario Princesa Playa in Ciutadella de Menorca, featured a double round-robin format, where Sarin secured 4 wins, 4 draws, and only 2 losses.
In a stunning display of talent, Sarin defeated World Champion D Gukesh in both of their encounters during the tournament. This victory adds to Sarin’s growing reputation in the chess world, especially after starting the year with a win at the Tata Steel Chess (Rapid) in Kolkata, India.
The total prize fund for the Menorca Masters was €22,000, with Sarin taking home €7,000 as the champion. The second and third places received €5,000 and €4,000, respectively. Sarin’s performance rating in the tournament was an impressive 2773, further solidifying his status as a rising star in chess.
As of now, Sarin’s career-high classical rating stands at 2723, reflecting his rapid ascent in the chess rankings. Observers are keenly watching his next moves, as his recent performances have sparked interest in his potential future achievements.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the next tournaments Sarin may participate in, but his recent success is expected to propel him into more high-stakes competitions. The chess community is eager to see how he will build on this momentum in the coming months.
