1 min readSep 7, 2026 10:56 PM ISTMagnus Carlsen's Pipers thrashed Javokhir Sindarov's Gambits 15-3 to lay down a marker. (GCL Photo)With each passing day at the 2026 Global Chess League, Alpine APL Pipers are proving they are the team to beat. After Day 3, they lead the standings with 9 points courtesy of three wins from four games.Their first loss came against Viswanathan Anand-led PBG Alaskan Knights on Monday, but they responded in style, handing the in-form and crowd-favourite Fyers American Gambits the biggest loss of the season. Magnus Carlsen’s Pipers thrashed Javokhir Sindarov’s Gambits 15-3 to lay down a marker.Four teams – CheQ Mumba Masters, Gambits, Knights, and Ganges Grandmasters – are tied on 6 points, with wooden spoon holders Triveni Continental Kings at the bottom with just one win in four matches.More to follow…© IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd Tags:Global Chess LeagueAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...AdvertisementLive BlogWorld News Today Live Updates: Moscow open to US-Ukraine-Russia peace talks, says Kremlin29 minutes agoDelhi building collapse Live Updates: ‘Not only building owners, MCD and DU also responsible’, says Delhi High Court2 hours agoIndia news Live Updates, 7 September 2026: Around 380 middlemen arrested in Assam says CM Sarma3 hours agoBigg Boss 20 Contestants, Premiere Episode LIVE Updates: Jay Bhanushali sends love to Mahhi Vij, says ‘the don is in the house’6 hours agoDelhi Building Collapse Live News: Police book owner, 5 dead; rescue operation underway17 hours agoAdvertisement