Master Pragnaanandha. R Std – VII of Velammal Main School, Mugappair bagged 1st prize among participants from 34 countries in Gamma Reykjavik Open Chess tournament 2018 held at Iceland between 6th and 14th March 2018. He received 550 Euros for his victory and study scholarship for 4 years at Webster University, USA. The management appreciated his persistence and determination.