TePe Sigeman 2026: Arjun begins campaign with draw against World No. 1 Carlsen

TePe Sigeman 2026: Arjun begins campaign with draw against World No. 1 Carlsen

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi began his campaign at the 31st TePe Sigeman & Co tournament on a positive note, holding World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen to a draw in Round 1 in Malmo on Friday.

Arjun Erigaisi secures draw against Magnus Carlsen in the first round of TePe Sigeman Tournament - Sports News Portal

Magnus Carlsen and Arjun Erigaisi in round 1 (PC-Peter Doggers) The TePe Sigeman tournament is known for bringing out a mix of elite grandmasters and rising young talents. Played in Malmö, the tournament follows a traditional time control format, allowing players enough time to deeply calculate and build long strategic battles. It is often seen as a platform where experienced players test their consistency while youngsters look to prove themselv…