Top-seeded players dominated the opening round of the 360 One Junior Masters chess tournament at the World Trade Centre in Mumbai. The first 48 boards produced decisive results, mostly in favour of higher-rated participants. Tournament favourite and top seed Madhvendra Pratap Sharma (Elo 2373) began his campaign strongly, defeating Aksh Shrivaatsav with the black pieces.

Mumbai: The first few rounds of Swiss League events generally favour the higher rated players and it was no different in the first round of the 360 One Junior Masters event being played at the World Trade Centre in Mumbai.

Juniors show fighting spirit

The fighting spirit of the juniors was in full display with decisive results on the first 48 boards, all in favour of the seeded players with a draw conceded only on the 49th board.

Top seed dominates first round