The FIDE Grand Swiss witnessed a stunning upset as Hungarian teenager Zsóka Gaál defeated world No. 5 Anna Muzychuk. Reigning world champion D Gukesh of India began strongly, defeating Etienne Bacrot, while Praggnanandhaa drew with Jeffery Xiong. In other matches, Vaishali secured a win, adding to the excitement of the tournament's opening day.
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