Saptarshi in solo lead

Uzbek GM Iuldachev Saidali (R) records a move against Indian IM Sahaj Grover during their fourth round engagement of the Six Seasons Grandmasters chess tournament at the Tulip Hall of Uttara Club yesterday. PHOTO: COURTESY

Indian IM Saptarshi Roy Chowdhury took solo lead in the Six Seasons Grandmasters Chess tournament at the close of the fourth round at Uttara Club's Tulip Hall yesterday.
Saptarshi with white pieces won against FM Abu Sufian Shakil in 25 moves to collect 3.5 points followed by her compatriot Praveen Kumar, who was in second position with three points after a draw against FM Aminul Islam.
Praveen with also white pieces drew against Aminul in the 15th move.
FM Minhazuddin Ahmed Sagar beat FM Syed Mahfuzur Rahman Emon, GM Niaz Murshed drew against Indian GM Dibyendu Barua. Russian Iuldachev Saidali beat Indian IM Sahaj Grover.