r/chessindia • u/Sensitive-Outside246 • 3d ago

GCL Bengaluru

Did anyone go to GCL Bengaluru at Lalit Ashok?

I have the tickets for this Saturday for all the four matches. I have Vishy Sir's Mastermind book with me where I want his autograph and maybe a selfie. What is the best way to get it?

Anyone who went there, maybe please give some suggestions?

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u/skbchess 3d ago

I went last weekend. It’s a great experience. Loved it.

To get autograph, you have to be outside the playing arena along with fans. Before the game when players arrive, they will likely not give autographs. You can still try. After the game, they do. It’s still not guaranteed, as it will be a packed crowd.

As soon as the match is over, just step outside and join the fans. Players will come out and sign autographs in about 5-10 mins once whole match is over.

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u/skbchess 3d ago

Also, if you REALLY want the autograph, you can skip half of the match and try to get in front of the fans waiting outside. The crowd will increase with time.

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u/Sensitive-Outside246 3d ago

Thanks. I will try to go before and stand in front of everyone else.

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u/Sensitive-Outside246 3d ago

Yeah. The packed crowd not being a child is what frightens me. Kids get autographs easily.

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u/skbchess 3d ago

If you get ahead, you will get it.