The men’s team, featuring world champ Gukesh and prodigies like Praggnanandhaa, beat Italy 3-1. The women’s team? They dismantled Greece 3.5-0.5. What’s wild: this wasn’t a fluke. It was strategy. The coaching staff finally fielded their strongest lineup; and it showed. Gukesh broke his draw streak. Nihal punished an enemy blunder. Savitha Shri stayed undefeated. Meanwhile, Koneru Humpy reminded everyone why she’s still the queen of the board. With 8 rounds left, India isn’t just competing; they’re setting the pace. And that’s rare for a nation still chasing its first Olympiad gold. This isn’t just chess. It’s a statement. The next 3 rounds will decide if India can turn dominance into medals. The world is watching. So should you.