FIDE World Champion 2000-2002, 15th undisputed World Champion 2007-2013. First and only player to win world championships via each of knockout tournament, round robin tournament and match. Former world #1. World Junior Champion 1987; Indian Champion 1986, 1987 & 1988; Arab-Asian Champion 1986 and Asian Champion 1989. Interzonals: 1990, 1993 (FIDE), 1993 (PCA). Candidate in 1991, 1994 (FIDE), 1995 (PCA), 2014 & 2016. Won the FIDE World Championship Knockout Tournament Groningen 1997 which ... Viswanathan Anand , born in Chennai, became a 5-time world chess champion. His story is full of great matches, rivalries, and achievements. IntroductionViswanathan Anand , often referred to as "Vishy" by his admirers, is a name synonymous with excellence in the world of chess. As a five-time World Chess Champion, Anand has not only carved out a niche for himself but has also put India on the global chess map. His journey from a prodigious talent to a grandmaster and world champion is a story of inspiration, hard work, and an unyielding passion for the game. In this article, we'll delve into the life and career of this chess maestro, Anand , Viswanathan