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8-year-old Mumbai chess prodigy Advay Dhoot stuns international chess circuits

The third standard student of Dhirubhai Ambani school is one of the youngest rated chess players across the world and currently atop the rankings in Maharashtra with an Outstanding Elo rating of 1337

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This picture has been used for representational purpose. Courtesy/ iStock

This picture has been used for representational purpose. Courtesy/ iStock

Advay Dhoot, a young chess player from Mumbai, participated in chess tournaments in the European circuit, in Germany and France and came out with strong performances, making him a top junior chess contender from India. 

Eight-year-old Advay entered the top four in India as the World Chess Federation (FIDE) released the new players rating list recently. The chess prodigy started playing at the young age of four and since then, has participated in and won matches at countless Indian and international tournaments. 

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