# India’s Chess Titans Secure Massive EWC Payday

URL: https://technosports.co.in/indias-chess-titans-secure-massive-ewc-payday/  
Published: 2026-08-14  
Updated: 2026-08-14  
Author: Raunak Saha

India’s EWC 2026 run concludes in the quarterfinals, but the rewards are massive. Arjun Erigaisi and Nihal Sarin bowed out against legends Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen, respectively. Despite the exit, both stars secured a cool $75,000 each. This marks India’s biggest payday in esports chess history. The battlefield shifts as Carlsen eyes a legendary rematch against Alireza Firouzja in the semifinals.