The Sports Authority of Telangana felicitated International Chess Grandmaster Raja Rithvik in Hyderabad after his medal-winning performances in Europe. Rithvik won silver at the Mennecy International Chess Championship in France and bronze at the Pontevedra International Chess Championship in Spain
Published Date – 31 August 2026, 08:00 PM
Hyderabad: The Sports Authority of Telangana (SATG) felicitated International Chess Grandmaster Raja Rithvik for his outstanding performances at prestigious international chess tournaments recently held in France and Spain, where he won silver and bronze medals, respectively, bringing pride to Telangana and the country.
Raja Rithvik, who recently returned to India after showcasing his talent at international competitions in Europe, met SATG Chairman K Shiv Sena Reddy and Vice-Chairperson and Managing Director Dr A Sonibala Devi, IFS, at the LB Stadium here on Monday.
The SATG officials congratulated him on his achievements and honoured him with a shawl.
Shiv Sena Reddy said that Raja Rithvik’s successive successes at the international level were a testament to the immense sporting talent among Telangana’s youth.
Dr Sonibala Devi said that Raja Rithvik’s success in international chess while pursuing his engineering education reflected his discipline, dedication and commitment.
She noted that the guidance of his coach, N Rama Raju, and Ukrainian Super Grandmaster Alexander Goloshchapov had played an important role in his progress. His achievements, she added, would serve as an inspiration to young sportspersons.
At the recently held Mennecy International Chess Championship in France, Raja Rithvik scored seven points in nine rounds, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament and securing the silver medal.
Subsequently, at the Pontevedra International Chess Championship in Spain, he once again scored seven points in nine rounds and won the bronze medal.
Raja Rithvik expressed his gratitude to the Sports Authority for its continued encouragement and support. He said he would strive to achieve even better results in upcoming international chess tournaments and bring further laurels to the State and the country.
