Vihaan Shetty claimed first place in the 4th edition of the RCC Club FIDE Rated Classical Tournament with 8 out of 9 points. He edged out Vihaan Aadarsh Lobo on tiebreak scores after both players won their final-round games. Aadhya A Shetty finished third with 7 points.
The 4th RCC Club FIDE Rated Classical Tournament concluded in Mangalore, Karnataka, after nine days of competition. Organized by the Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA) in association with Rao's Chess Corner, the event featured a single round per day under a time control of 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from the first move. With a nominal entry fee of ₹250, it provided participants an opportunity to engage in a full classical chess format.
Vihaan Shetty and Vihaan Aadarsh Lobo both reached 8/9 points, securing first and second places respectively based on tiebreak scores. The tournament tested players' patience over the extended schedule, and Shetty marked his first victory in a rated event. Entering the final round, the lead was tight, with both top contenders winning their games to tie on points.
Aadhya A Shetty earned third place with 7/9 points. The event drew 86 players, boasting an average age of 12. Other notable finishers included Aarush Bhat and Aayiu Atindrya Shetty in the top ranks, though full tiebreak details were partially listed. Photos from the tournament were credited to Sharan Rao of Rao's Chess Corner.
This edition highlighted the growing interest in classical chess among young players in the region.
