The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 trophy has been renamed the Viswanathan Anand Cup in honor of India’s chess icon. The announcement marks global recognition of Anand’s lifelong contribution to chess and a proud milestone for Indian chess.

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•  FIDE renames 2025 World Cup trophy after Viswanathan Anand
•  Honors India’s first world chess champion and five-time titleholder
•  Announcement made ahead of 2025 World Cup preparations
•  Move celebrates Anand’s global legacy and impact on modern chess
•  India’s growing influence in world chess acknowledged by FIDE
•  Anand’s mentorship credited for rise of new Indian grandmasters
•  Trophy renaming boosts national pride and sports recognition
•  Fans, players worldwide hail decision as fitting tribute
•  FIDE calls Anand “a global ambassador of chess excellence”
•  Ceremony to unveil new trophy expected before 2025 tournament start