Tata Steel Festival

Soham Bhattacharyya emerged victorious in the Tata Steel Chess Festival 2026 All India Rapid Rating Open, topping the field on tie-breaks after tying with Anustoop Biswas at eight points out of nine. The two-day tournament in Kolkata drew 254 players from across India. Bhattacharyya secured his second title in the event and his first win of 2026.