PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name: Vidit Santosh Gujrathi [1] Sportstar
Profession: Chess Player
Famous For: Attaining the title of Grandmaster in January 2013
Date of Birth: 24 October 1994 (Monday)
Age (as of 2024): 30 Years
Birthplace: Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Zodiac sign: Scorpio
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Indore
Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian [2] Instagram
Engagement Date: November 2024
Marriage Date: 2 April 2025
Age: 30 Years
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EDUCATION
School: Fravashi Academy, Nashik
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Eye Colour: Black
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Wife/Spouse: Dr. Nidhi Kataria (Homoeopathy doctor)
Parents: Father – Dr. Santosh Gujrathi Mother – Dr. Nikita Santosh Gujrathi
Siblings: Sister – Vedika Gujrathi
Wife: Nidhi Kataria
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Medals, Achievements, Trophies: • Finished second in Asian Youth Championship in U-12 category in 2006 • Won the World Youth Chess Championship in U-14 category in 2008 • Won a bronze medal in World Junior Chess Championship in Turkey • Captain of Gold winning Indian team in FIDE Online Chess Olympiad 2020 • Gaprindashvili Trophy at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary (22 September 2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
Coach: • International Master Anup Deshmukh • International Master Roktim Bandopadhyay • Grand Master Alon Greenfield
Hobbies: Trekking, Photography, Playing games
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Vidit Gujrathi is a prominent name in the chess world, known for his impressive accomplishments and contributions to the game. He embarked on his chess journey at a young age, demonstrating remarkable talent early on. One of his first significant breakthroughs came in 2006 when he secured second place in the Asian Youth Championship for the Under-12 category, a feat that set the stage for his illustrious career. By January 2013, Vidit became the thirtieth player from India to earn the prestigious title of Grandmaster. Not only is he the third-highest rated player from India, but he also stands out as the fourth Indian player to achieve an Elo rating of 2700, following a notable bronze medal victory at the Asian Championship.
Vidit’s early career was marked by extraordinary achievements that showcased his potential. In 2008, he made history by winning the World Youth Chess Championship in the under-14 section, becoming the first Indian to claim this prestigious title. With a stellar performance, he scored 9 out of 11 points, fulfilling the final norm required to earn the title of International Master. His progression continued to soar, culminating in 2012 when he achieved the final norm to become a Grandmaster during the eighth round of the Rose Valley Kolkata Open Grandmaster’s tournament, where he finished in third place.
His career flourished further with notable performances, including a commendable third-place finish at the Hyderabad International Grandmasters Chess Tournament in 2013, which earned him a prize of Rs. 1.5 lakhs. Vidit solidified his leadership skills as the captain of the gold-winning Indian team at the FIDE Online Chess Olympiad in 2020. A memorable moment in his career occurred in November 2019 when he faced off against the world champion Magnus Carlsen at the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz in Kolkata, where their game ended in just five moves, marking the shortest game of Carlsen’s career. This unique encounter was later discussed in a light-hearted live stream alongside popular YouTubers Tanmay Bhat and Samay Raina, further broadening his appeal beyond the chessboard.
In addition to his competitive success, Vidit has shared his expertise through educational content. He recorded two best-selling DVDs for ChessBase, titled “The Fashionable Caro-Kann Vol. 1 and Vol. 2,” tailored to help beginners master the game. His development as a player was supported by a scholarship from the Sports Authority of India and ONGC, which allowed him to train under the guidance of renowned coach Alon Greenfeld. As the Covid-19 pandemic transformed the landscape of chess, Vidit adapted by streaming games on his YouTube channel, collaborating with fellow YouTubers and chess players, including GM Srinath and Radjabov.
The highlight of Vidit’s career came when he defeated the five-time world champion Vishwanathan Anand in 2019. Their first encounter in 2018 provided him with valuable insights into Anand’s strengths and weaknesses, which he leveraged in subsequent matches. Recently, on November 25, 2024, Vidit took a significant step in his personal life by announcing his engagement to Nidhi Kataria, a homoeopathic doctor, through an Instagram post. This new chapter adds to the multifaceted journey of a young man who has become a beacon of inspiration in the chess community and beyond.
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.
