Indian Chess player Viswanathan Anand has signed as a brand ambassador for Chess.com. The five-time world champion will bring his knowledge and experience to the world’s biggest chess platform throughout 2024 and beyond.
Anand aims to help broaden the appeal of chess to strengthen the game at home and abroad. Following the agreement, Anand will make regular appearances on Chess.com’s channels.
Anand said, "Chess is exploding in India right now and there are millions of people wanting to play, watch, and improve their game. I am honored to be able to help by passing on what I have learnt down the years and there is no better platform to do so on than Chess.com.
He further added, “I'll be appearing on shows to commentate, creating fun content, meeting fans and creating new resources to help give back to the chess community both in India and abroad. I can't wait to get started!"
IM Danny Rensch, Chief Chess Officer, Chess.com, said, “We are humbled to have Vishy on board for Chess.com. Vishy is not Anand, known as “The Tiger of Madras”, is considered India’s greatest player ever. He is a five time World Champion and held the undisputed title from 2007 to 2013. His meteoric rise as a youngster with his lightning speed got him recognition on the world stage In a career spanning more than four decades he has been a top player winning most of the tournaments.”
Avadh Shah, Country Director, Chess.com, said, “Viswanathan Anand is one of the greatest sports persons our country has ever produced. He is a huge legend and icon in India. We are delighted to welcome him to the Chess.com family. As the world’s no.1 chess platform, we look forward to working with him to grow chess and make the sport accessible to newer audiences all across the country.”
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