India’s men’s and women’s teams won their first-ever gold medals in the 45th Chess Olympiad. The men’s team defeated Slovenia, while the women’s team triumphed over Azerbaijan. This historic win marked a double gold for India in the event.

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• India’s men defeated Slovenia 3-0 in the final round.
• Gukesh, Erigaisi, and Praggnanadhaa won their respective games.
• Women’s team beat Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 for their first gold.
• Men’s team secured 21 points out of a possible 22.
• Only draw conceded by men’s team was against Uzbekistan.
• D Harika led women’s team with a top-board win.
• Divya Deshmukh and Vantika Agrawal contributed to the win.