Amaya and Anay: Prodigy twins from Hyderabad making waves in global chess

The ten-year-old twins from Hyderabad have achieved major milestones within a short span and have become bright and upcoming stars in the sport

Hyderabad: Ten-year-old twins Amaya and Anay Agarwal from Hyderabad, under the tutelage of Chaitanya Singh, the chief coach at Ekagra Chess Academy, have achieved major milestones within a short span and have become bright and upcoming stars in the sport.

Recently, Amaya Agarwal has earned the prestigious Woman Candidate Master (WCM) title, reaching a FIDE rating of 2004, which enabled her to secure the world number 2 ranking in the Under-10 girls’ category.

Her twin brother, Anay Agarwal, won the Bosnia Rapid Chess Tournament, securing the title with a round to spare. Anay further gained 100 rating points in classical events across Budapest and Bosnia, cementing his status as a formidable force in global chess, coach Chaitanya Singh said, while interacting with press persons here on Monday.

Amaya’s meteoric rise was marked by stellar performances in Budapest and Bosnia, including a flawless 8/8 score in the FM section of the Bejilina Open Chess Tournament and clinching the Best Woman Prize in the U10 Rapid category, he said.

“Both have shown exceptional dedication and talent. Their accomplishments at such a young age are a matter of pride for Hyderabad and India,” he said.

The mother of the twins, Panasha Agarwal, credited Ekagra Chess Academy for providing world-class training. “We are incredibly proud of Amaya and Anay. Their hard work and coach Chaitanya’s guidance have made these milestones possible,” she said.

Currently studying in the fourth grade at Indus Public School, Hyderabad, the Agarwal twins are not only excelling in chess but also balancing academics with their passion for the game. Their achievements have sparked excitement in the chess community, with experts predicting that the duo will continue to dominate the global stage, the press release added.